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Deutsche Demokratische Republik Stamp - 20
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a red postage stamp from the German Democratic Republic featuring a portrait of Wilhelm Pieck. The denomination is 20, and the text "DEUTSCHE DEMOKRATISCHE REPUBLIK" is visible. The stamp has a serrated edge indicating it is perforated. The image is in black and white engraving on a red background. The stamp appears to be slightly worn.
History
Wilhelm Pieck was a prominent German communist politician and served as the first President of the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) from 1949 until his death in 1960. This stamp, issued in 1952, reflects the early years of the GDR and its focus on establishing its political identity and leadership.
Facts
Wilhelm Pieck was one of the key figures in the formation of East Germany. Stamps featuring prominent political leaders were common in many countries during the mid-20th century as a way to promote national figures and ideologies. This particular stamp represents a period of significant geopolitical division in Europe.
Value Fact
Stamps from the German Democratic Republic, especially those depicting political figures, can vary in value depending on their condition, rarity, and specific catalog number. This common issue, if in good condition, might command a modest price in the collector's market, with prices ranging from a few cents to a few dollars for well-preserved examples.
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