French Occupation of Germany, General Issues, Coat of Arms

French Occupation Zone in Germany · 1945 · 12 Pf

This definitive stamp features the coat of arms of the Württemberg-Hohenzollern region, one of the states within the French Occupation Zone of Germany. The design consists of a shield with antlers, set against a simple, solid-colored background. It was part of a series issued for general postal use in the immediate post-World War II period.

Issued in 1945 following the Allied victory, this stamp represents the administrative division of Germany and the establishment of distinct postal services within the French-controlled areas.