Lenin Portrait Forgery
German Democratic Republic · 1970 · 20 Pfennig
The stamp features a profile portrait of Vladimir Lenin facing left. It is denominated '20' and includes the country name 'DDR'.
Issued by the German Democratic Republic, this stamp commemorates Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Bolshevik Revolution and founder of the Soviet Union, a revered figure in socialist states. This particular item is noted as a complete forgery that was genuinely used.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Image: Unbekannt/Horst Baerenz · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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