uncommon1900-1945

Germany - Upper Silesia Plebiscite Propaganda Overprint, 70 Pfennig

Name: Germany - Upper Silesia Plebiscite Propaganda Overprint, 70 Pfennig
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1921 · 70 Pfennig

This stamp features a German 70 Pfennig definitive stamp from the 'Arbeiter' series, overprinted with the propaganda slogan 'Deutscher Wert gleich Wahlt Deutsch' (German Value equals German Vote). Issued in 1921, it was part of Germany's efforts to influence the outcome of the Upper Silesia plebiscite.

The Upper Silesia plebiscite in 1921 was a vote mandated by the Treaty of Versailles to determine whether the region would join Germany or Poland. Both nations engaged in extensive propaganda campaigns, with stamps like this serving as a visual reminder of the German claim.

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Typography

Themes

propaganda plebiscite political upper-silesia post-wwi

Catalog Numbers

sg250a

scott201A

michelP158

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$180

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$80

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$40

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$15

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