Berlin – Scott # 9N111, used
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1955 Berlin 40 Pf deep blue Richard Strauss (Scott #9N111), used; a dignified tribute to the legendary composer and conductor, exemplifying Berlin’s postwar commitment to celebrating music and culture.
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Description
Berlin – Scott #9N111, Used
Issued in 1955, this 40 Pfennig commemorative from West Berlin honors Richard Strauss (1864–1949) — one of Germany’s greatest composers and conductors. The stamp features a portrait of Strauss in his later years, baton in hand, symbolizing his lifelong dedication to orchestral music.
Details:
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Scott #: 9N111
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Denomination: 40 Pf
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Design: Portrait of Richard Strauss conducting
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Color: Deep blue
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Designer: Leon Schnell
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Condition: Used, light circular cancel
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Issue Date: 1955
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Inscription: “Richard Strauss 1864–1949 / Deutsche Post Berlin”
Historical Context:
Released to mark the sixth anniversary of Strauss’s death, this issue celebrates the composer’s monumental contributions to German music—particularly his tone poems (Also sprach Zarathustra, Don Juan) and operas (Der Rosenkavalier, Salome). It reflects West Berlin’s cultural pride and its continued embrace of Germany’s rich artistic heritage during the Cold War.
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