uncommon1900-1945

German Antarctic Expedition 1938-39 Polar Post Cover

Name: German Antarctic Expedition 1938-39 Polar Post Cover
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1939 · 1 Reichsmark

A philatelic cover from the German Antarctic Expedition of 1938-39, featuring a 1 Reichsmark Graf Zeppelin stamp and a 12 Pfennig Hindenburg definitive. The cover bears a special 'DEUTSCHE ANTARKTIS EXPEDITION 1938/39 POLARPOST' postmark, indicating its origin from the expedition.

This cover represents a significant piece of German polar exploration history, documenting the third German Antarctic Expedition led by Alfred Ritscher. The use of special 'Polarpost' postmarks highlights the unique postal services provided during scientific expeditions to remote regions.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

polar-expedition antarctica zeppelin airmail historical germany

Catalog Numbers

scottC50

michel499

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$600

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$450

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$300

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$150

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$75

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.