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uncommon1945-1980
1956 Saar Summer Olympics Stamp
Saarland · 1956 · 15F
The stamp features an Olympic torch bearer in profile, with the Olympic rings and 'MELBOURNE 1956' text, commemorating the Summer Games.
Issued by Saarland to commemorate the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, this stamp reflects the region's distinct postal identity during its post-WWII protectorate status before rejoining West Germany.
Printing Method
Offset
Catalog Numbers
michel372
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