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Leipzig Courier H.B. Private Post Stamp
uncommonpre-1900

Leipzig Courier H.B. Private Post Stamp

Germany · 1880 · 1/2 Gr.

The stamp features a rectangular design with 'COURIER H.B.' at the top and 'LEIPZIG' at the bottom, enclosing the denomination '1/2 Gr.' in the center. The text is set within a decorative border.

This stamp represents a private local postal service operating in Leipzig, Germany, during the 19th century. Such private posts filled gaps in official postal services, particularly for local delivery, before national systems became fully comprehensive.

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Image: Courier H.B. (Leipzig) · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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