Adolf Hitler Overprint "Ukraine" with "Monasty" Handstamp

Name: Adolf Hitler Overprint "Ukraine" with "Monasty" Handstamp
Brand: Ukraine (German Occupation)

Ukraine (German Occupation) · 1941 · Various

This is a German definitive stamp featuring the portrait of Adolf Hitler, originally issued for the German Reich. It has been overprinted with the word "Ukraine" for use in the German-occupied territories of Soviet Ukraine during World War II. An additional local handstamp "Monasty" (Monastery) has been applied, likely as a precancel for use by a local monastery.

During the German occupation of Ukraine from 1941 to 1944, German stamps were overprinted for local use. These issues reflect the administrative control exerted by the Third Reich over conquered territories during the war.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

world-war-ii occupation-issues overprints heads-of-state local-issues

Catalog Numbers

michel1-19 (overprint base)

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$60

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$40

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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