Strausberg Stamps
Strausberg is a town located in Brandenburg, Germany, within the Central European geographical region. Its postal history is integrated within the broader German postal system, reflecting periods under Prussian administration, the German Empire, and subsequent political structures of the 20th and 21st centuries.
- Issued stamps
- 1946–1946
- Region
- Europe, Central Europe
- Currency
- DEM
- Languages
- German
- Issuer type
- Local postal administration
- Part of
- Germany
About Strausberg stamps
Stamps issued for this area primarily feature the German language and utilize the currency denominations of the respective German states or unified nation. As a municipality within modern Germany, its postal administration is governed by Deutsche Post, with no independent issuance authority.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify Strausberg stamps
- Look for 'Strausberg' overprints, often in black ink, on definitive or commemorative stamps of the German Reich or Allied Occupation.
- Pay close attention to the specific type of overprint, its position, and any potential varieties or errors.
- Verify the base stamp to ensure it corresponds to the period of local issues.
Popular series
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Local Issues of Strausberg
1946
Provisional issues created due to postal disruptions after World War II, often overprinted on existing German stamps.
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 Strausberg local issues can vary significantly based on the specific overprint, base stamp, condition, and rarity of the variety. Unused stamps are generally more valuable than used ones, and errors or scarce varieties command higher prices. Michel catalog is essential for accurate valuation.
Catalogs. Strausberg 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 Strausberg stamps
Strausberg stamps refer to local provisional issues created in the town of Strausberg, Brandenburg, Germany, during the immediate post-World War II period in 1946. These were emergency issues, typically existing German stamps overprinted with 'Strausberg' or similar markings, to facilitate postal services amidst the collapse of central authority.
Some Strausberg local issues can be quite valuable, especially rare varieties, errors, or stamps in excellent condition. Their value is highly dependent on the specific overprint, the underlying stamp, and their scarcity. Common examples might be worth a few euros, while rare varieties can fetch hundreds or even thousands. Consulting a specialized catalog like Michel is crucial for accurate valuation.
To identify Strausberg stamps, look for the 'Strausberg' overprint on German stamps from the immediate post-WWII era. Pay attention to the font, color, and placement of the overprint. A photo in the Stamp Identifier app gives a first identification; check the catalog number in a specialised catalog before relying on it. Examining the postmark can also confirm the origin.
Strausberg local issues are primarily listed and detailed in the Michel specialized catalogs for Germany, particularly those covering the Allied Occupation zones and local issues. They are generally not found in Scott or Stanley Gibbons catalogs, which focus more on national and colonial issues.
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