Memel 1 Mark on 25 Centimes Sower Overprint

Memel Territory · 1922 · 1 Mark on 25 Centimes

The stamp features the iconic French 'Sower' design, depicting an allegorical woman sowing seeds. It is overprinted with 'MEMEL' and '1 MARK' on the original 25 Centimes denomination.

Issued during the period when the Memel Territory was under the administration of the Conference of Ambassadors after World War I. These overprinted stamps were used to reflect the change in currency and sovereignty in the region.