German WWII Occupation in Laibach Stamps
German WWII Occupation in Laibach refers to the postal administration established in the region of Ljubljana (Laibach) during the Second World War under German military control. This area, located in Central Europe, was annexed by the Third Reich, leading to the issuance of provisional stamps to replace the previous Slovenian or Yugoslavian issues.
- Issued stamps
- 1944–1945
- Region
- Europe, Central Europe
- Currency
- RM
- Languages
- German, Slovene
- Issuer type
- Occupation postal administration
- Part of
- Germany (Third Reich)
History and background
These stamps typically bore German inscriptions, often alongside local place names, reflecting the imposition of German administrative authority over the occupied territory. The postal system operated under the direct control of the German Reichspost until the region's liberation.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify them
- Look for overprints in German text, such as 'Deutsche Besetzung Laibach' or 'Laibach', on stamps originally issued by Yugoslavia or Slovenia.
- Examine the base stamp for its original design and country of origin (Kingdom of Yugoslavia or Banovina of Slovenia issues).
- Pay attention to the type and color of the overprint, as varieties exist.
Popular series
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Overprints on Yugoslavian Stamps
1944
Provisional issues created by overprinting existing Yugoslavian stamps with German text and new denominations.
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Overprints on Slovenian Stamps
1944
Stamps of the former Slovenian administration overprinted with 'Deutsche Besetzung Laibach' (German Occupation Laibach) or similar inscriptions.
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
- €5–€50
- Scarce stamps
- €100–€1000+
Values vary significantly based on the base stamp, the specific overprint, condition, and rarity of the overprint variety. Errors or scarce combinations can command higher prices.
Catalogs. German WWII Occupation in Laibach 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 German WWII Occupation in Laibach stamps
German WWII Occupation in Laibach stamps are provisional postal issues used in the region of Ljubljana (Laibach) during its occupation by Nazi Germany from 1944 to 1945. These stamps were created by overprinting existing Yugoslavian or Slovenian stamps with German inscriptions to reflect the new administrative authority.
The value of German WWII Occupation in Laibach stamps can range from a few euros for common issues to hundreds or even thousands of euros for rare varieties, errors, or specific overprint types. Condition plays a significant role in their philatelic worth.
To identify German WWII Occupation in Laibach stamps, look for overprints in German text (e.g., 'Deutsche Besetzung Laibach') on stamps that originally belonged to Yugoslavia or Slovenia. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
German WWII Occupation in Laibach stamps are typically listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Michel, Scott, and Stanley Gibbons, often under German Occupation issues or specific sections for WWII occupation stamps.
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