East Germany 1957 Peace Dove
German Democratic Republic · 1957 · 20 Pfennig
The stamp depicts a stylized white dove in flight, holding an olive branch in its beak, against a light background. The country name 'DEUTSCHE DEMOKRATISCHE REPUBLIK' and the denomination '20' are at the bottom, with the year '1957' at the top right.
Issued by East Germany (GDR) in 1957, this stamp likely reflects the Cold War era's emphasis on peace movements, often promoted by socialist states. It aligns with the broader international peace initiatives of the time.
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