1914 German Occupation of Belgium Overprinted Stamps: A Collector’s Guide

The German occupation of Belgium during World War I led to many changes, including the issuance of overprinted postage stamps. These stamps, originally German issues, were overprinted with the word “Belgien” and new denominations in centimes and francs. This set is one of the most historically significant wartime philatelic issues, reflecting the control exerted by […]

1950 Academy of Sciences Berlin Stamp Issue: A Tribute to Scientific Giants

Introduction In 1950, the German Democratic Republic (GDR) issued a remarkable set of stamps to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Academy of Sciences in Berlin. This series featured portraits of prominent scientists who made significant contributions to various fields, such as mathematics, physics, philosophy, and humanities. With its detailed lithographic printing and historical significance, […]

1951 National Philatelic Exhibition Stamps of Germany

The world of philately is rich with historical and artistic gems, and the 1951 National Philatelic Exhibition (NABA) stamps issued by Deutsche Bundespost are a standout example. These stamps were issued to commemorate the National Philatelic Exhibition in Wuppertal, an event celebrating the rich postal history and stamp collecting tradition in Germany. The NABA stamps […]