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Saarland Reconstruction Fund: Winterberg Monument
uncommon1945-1980

Saarland Reconstruction Fund: Winterberg Monument

Saarland · 1956 · 10+5F

The stamp depicts the Winterberg Monument, a memorial structure, with 'SAAR' at the top and the denomination '10+5F' at the bottom.

Issued in 1956, this stamp from the Saarland includes a surcharge to fund the reconstruction of monuments in the region, reflecting post-WWII efforts to rebuild cultural heritage. Saarland was at this time an autonomous region under French protectorate.

Printing Method

Photogravure

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