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Leipzig Fair Commemorative
uncommon1945-1980

Leipzig Fair Commemorative

Germany · 1946 · 12 + 8 RM

The stamp features an illustration of the Leipzig Fair building with 'LEIPZIGER MESSE' text above and '1946' below, along with the denomination '12 + 8 RM'.

Issued in the immediate aftermath of World War II, this stamp commemorates the reopening of the Leipzig Fair in 1946, symbolizing an early effort towards economic recovery and normalization in post-war Germany.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

michel162A

Image: Postal administration of Saxony · 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.