Württemberg Stamps
Württemberg was a kingdom located in southwestern Germany, part of the German Confederation and later the German Empire. Its postal history is significant within the context of early German state postal systems, issuing its own stamps from 1851 until unification with the German Empire's Reichspost in 1875.
- Issued stamps
- 1851–1900
- Region
- Europe, Western Europe
- Currency
- PFG
- Languages
- German
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- German Empire
About Württemberg stamps
Stamps from this period primarily feature the German language, often including the name of the kingdom and its ruling house. Following the dissolution of the German Empire after World War I, Württemberg became a state within the Weimar Republic, eventually leading to the consolidation of all German 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.
- WÜRTTEMBERG
- K. WÜRTTEMBERG
How to identify Württemberg stamps
- Look for 'WÜRTTEMBERG' or 'K. WÜRTTEMBERG' (Königreich Württemberg) in the inscription.
- Early issues often feature numerals or the coat of arms, later issues include portraits of the reigning monarch.
- Denominations are typically in Kreuzer (Kr.) or Pfennig (Pfg.) before 1875.
Popular series
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Numerals (Cross-Hatched Background)
1851-1856
Württemberg's first stamps, featuring large numerals on a cross-hatched background, denominated in Kreuzer.
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King Wilhelm I and II Issues
1857-1875
Stamps depicting the portraits of King Wilhelm I and later King Karl (not Wilhelm II as initially stated in the prompt, but Karl I was the monarch during the later stamp issuing period) in various denominations and designs.
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Official Stamps (Dienstmarken)
1875
Special stamps issued for official use, often overprinted or with distinct designs, preceding the full integration into the Reichspost.
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
- €1–€20
- Scarce stamps
- €100–€5,000+
Common stamps are readily available. Early issues, high denominations, and stamps with rare cancellations or errors can command significant prices. Condition is crucial for value.
Catalogs. Württemberg 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 Württemberg stamps
Württemberg stamps are postage stamps issued by the Kingdom of Württemberg, a historical German state, from 1851 until its postal services were integrated into the German Empire's Reichspost in 1875. They represent a significant part of early German philately.
The value of Württemberg stamps varies widely. Common issues can be found for a few Euros, while rare early issues, high denominations, or stamps with specific cancellations or errors can be highly valuable, reaching into the hundreds or even thousands of Euros. Condition plays a major role in determining value.
To identify Württemberg stamps, look for inscriptions like 'WÜRTTEMBERG' or 'K. WÜRTTEMBERG'. Early designs often feature numerals or the royal coat of arms, while later issues include portraits of the reigning monarch. Denominations are typically in Kreuzer or Pfennig. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Württemberg stamps are extensively listed in major international stamp catalogs. You can find them in the Michel Deutschland-Spezial-Katalog, the Scott Standard Postage Stamp Catalogue, and the Stanley Gibbons Commonwealth & British Empire Stamps catalogue (as part of German States listings).
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