German Occupation of Ukraine 1941 Overprints

Name: German Occupation of Ukraine 1941 Overprints
Brand: German Occupation of Ukraine

German Occupation of Ukraine · 1941 · Various

This series consists of definitive postage stamps of the German Reich, featuring the portrait of Paul von Hindenburg, which were overprinted with the word "UKRAINE" in black ink. The overprints were applied to existing German stamps for use in the Reichskommissariat Ukraine following the German invasion of the Soviet Union. The set includes various denominations to cover standard postal rates.

Issued in 1941 during World War II, these stamps mark the German occupation of Ukrainian territories. They represent a common practice of occupying powers to adapt existing postage for use in newly administered regions.

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Typography

Themes

occupation world-war-ii overprint hindenburg

Catalog Numbers

scottN1-N14

michel1-14

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$75

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.