Spremberg Local Issues Stamps
Spremberg is a town located in the state of Brandenburg, Germany, situated in Central Europe. As part of the German postal system, its postal history is intrinsically linked to the unified German Reich and subsequent political entities, including the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) during the Cold War era.
- Issued stamps
- 1945–1946
- Region
- Europe, Central Europe
- Currency
- RM
- Languages
- German
- Issuer type
- Local postal administration
- Part of
- Germany
History and background
Stamps issued for this region would primarily feature German language and use the currency of the prevailing German state administration at the time of issue. The town's postal administration reflects the broader administrative transitions within the German state structure, particularly the division and reunification periods affecting postal services.
Further reading: Wikipedia
Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- SPREMBERG
How to identify them
- Look for 'SPREMBERG' overprints or handstamps on stamps originally issued by the German Reich (e.g., Hitler head issues or definitive series).
- Pay attention to the type of overprint (typographed or handstamped) and the specific wording or design, as variations exist.
- Examine the cancellation marks, which should ideally be local Spremberg cancellations from the 1945-1946 period.
Popular series
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Local Issues with Overprints
1945
Stamps of the German Reich overprinted with 'SPREMBERG' or similar local designations, often with new values, reflecting the immediate post-war administrative chaos and local postal needs.
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Local Issues with Handstamps
1945-1946
Provisional issues created by applying handstamps to existing German stamps, indicating local validity and often new postal rates before the re-establishment of a centralized postal system.
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–€500+
The value of Spremberg local issues varies significantly based on the specific overprint or handstamp, the underlying stamp, condition, and rarity of the provisional usage. Unused stamps are generally more valuable than used ones, and errors or varieties can command higher prices. Michel catalog is essential for accurate valuation.
Catalogs. Spremberg Local Issues 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 Spremberg Local Issues stamps
Spremberg stamps are local provisional issues from the town of Spremberg in Brandenburg, Germany, created during the immediate post-World War II period (1945-1946). These were typically existing German Reich stamps overprinted or handstamped with 'SPREMBERG' or other local markings to serve postal needs before the re-establishment of a unified postal administration.
Yes, Spremberg local issues can be valuable, especially rare varieties, specific overprints, or stamps in fine condition. Their value ranges from a few euros for common types to several hundred euros or more for rare provisional issues. Collectors specializing in German local issues or post-WWII provisional stamps often seek these. Consult the Michel catalog for detailed valuations.
To identify Spremberg stamps, look for the 'SPREMBERG' overprint or handstamp on German stamps from the 1930s and early 1940s. Pay close attention to the font, color, and placement of the overprint, as well as any new value indications. An iPhone app for stamp identification can assist by allowing you to photograph the stamp and search for similar issues, helping to confirm the local overprint and its specifics.
Spremberg local issues are primarily listed and cataloged in the Michel Deutschland-Spezial-Katalog (Michel Germany Specialized Catalog). Due to their highly localized and provisional nature, they are generally not found in international catalogs like Scott or Stanley Gibbons, which focus on national issues.
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