Bohemia and Moravia Stamps
Bohemia and Moravia constituted a protectorate of Nazi Germany located in Central Europe, primarily encompassing the modern Czech Republic. Its postal history is brief, spanning from 1939 to 1945, during which time stamps were issued bearing the name of the Protectorate, often featuring German inscriptions alongside Czech.
- Issued stamps
- 1939–1945
- Region
- Europe, Central Europe
- Currency
- RM
- Languages
- German, Czech
- Issuer type
- Occupation postal administration
- Part of
- Germany
History and background
This entity replaced the independent Czechoslovak state following the dismemberment of Czechoslovakia, and its postal system was fully integrated into the German Reichspost administration until the end of World War II. The stamps reflect this period of occupation, ceasing upon the re-establishment of an independent Czechoslovak government.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify them
- Look for inscriptions 'Böhmen und Mähren' (German) and 'Čechy a Morava' (Czech).
- Stamps often feature portraits of Adolf Hitler or local scenery.
- Early issues are overprints on Czechoslovak stamps.
- Check for German currency denominations (Reichspfennig, Reichsmark).
Popular series
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Hradčany Overprints
1939
Czechoslovak Hradčany stamps overprinted with 'Böhmen und Mähren' and new denominations, marking the initial occupation.
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Definitives with Hitler
1940-1942
Definitive series featuring Adolf Hitler, common to many German-occupied territories, often with bilingual inscriptions.
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Landscapes and Castles
1943-1945
Pictorial issues depicting local landscapes, castles, and historical sites, reflecting the Protectorate's identity under German rule.
Value overview
Typical ranges as orientation, not prices for a particular stamp. Condition, variety and demand decide the value of your copy; for current asking prices, check listings or the app.
- Common stamps
- €0.50–€5
- Scarce stamps
- €50–€500+
Common stamps are inexpensive, especially used. Rarities include specific overprint varieties, errors, and high-denomination unused stamps. Full sets in fine condition command higher prices.
Catalogs. Bohemia and Moravia stamps are listed in the major world catalogs: Scott, Michel and Stanley Gibbons. Catalog numbers and groupings differ between them; the Stamp Identifier app shows the numbers it can find for your stamp.
Questions about Bohemia and Moravia stamps
Bohemia and Moravia stamps were issued by the German Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia between 1939 and 1945, following the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia. They feature bilingual inscriptions (German and Czech) and reflect the period of German administration.
While many common Bohemia and Moravia stamps are readily available and inexpensive (€0.50 - €5), certain varieties, such as specific overprints, errors, and high-denomination unused stamps, can be quite valuable, ranging from €50 to over €500. Their value is influenced by condition, rarity, and demand from collectors of World War II and occupation issues.
You can identify Bohemia and Moravia stamps by looking for the dual inscriptions 'Böhmen und Mähren' and 'Čechy a Morava'. Early issues are often overprints on existing Czechoslovak stamps. Visuals may include Adolf Hitler or local landscapes. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Bohemia and Moravia stamps are extensively listed in major international stamp catalogs, including Scott (under 'Bohemia and Moravia'), Michel (especially important for German and Central European issues), and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information on varieties, printings, and estimated values.
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