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uncommon1945-1980
Saar 1955 Plebiscite Overprints
Saar · 1955 · 10 F, 15 F, 20 F
Three stamps depicting a stylized map of Saarland with a hand casting a ballot, overprinted with 'VOLKSBEFRAGUNG 23. OKT. 1955' and denominations.
These stamps commemorate the Saarland plebiscite of October 23, 1955, which determined the region's future status, ultimately leading to its reintegration into West Germany.
Printing Method
Photogravure / Typography
Catalog Numbers
sg368-370
scott342-344
michel362-364
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