Bavaria – Scott # 180, used
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1919 10 Pf carmine Freistaat Bayern overprint on German Empire Germania issue (Scott #180); used, clear cancel, symbolic postwar issue marking Bavaria’s republican transformation.
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Bavaria Scott #180 (1919) — Used
This 10 Pfennig carmine overprinted stamp from Bavaria (Scott #180) was issued in 1919, as part of the Freistaat Bayern (Free State of Bavaria) series. The bold Gothic overprint “Freistaat Bayern”—meaning Free State of Bavaria—was applied to leftover German Empire “Germania” issues to signify Bavaria’s transition from monarchy and revolution to a republican state within the newly formed Weimar Republic.
The underlying design, featuring Germania, symbolizes national endurance and unity. When paired with the Freistaat Bayern overprint, it captures a fascinating moment in German history—when imperial symbols were literally repurposed to serve a democratic republic.
This example is postally used, showing a well-struck circular cancel that leaves both the overprint and figure clearly visible.
Condition: Used; light cancel; well-centered; crisp overprint and rich carmine color.
Issued: 1919
Color: Carmine with black overprint
Denomination: 10 Pfennig
Series: Overprinted German Empire Definitives — “Freistaat Bayern”
Subject: Germania with Free State of Bavaria overprint
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