Berlin – Scott # 9N157

Description

Berlin – Scott #9N157, MNH

Issued in 1957, this 25 Pfennig commemorative from West Berlin honors the Annual Congress of German Culture and Homeland (Deutsche Kultur und Heimat). The design depicts a medieval statue from the Naumburg Cathedral, representing Germany’s deep artistic and spiritual heritage.

Details:

• Scott #: 9N157

• Denomination: 25 Pf

• Design: Sculpture from Naumburg Cathedral

• Color: Red violet

• Designer: L. Schnell; Engraver: H. Zimbal

• Condition: Mint, never hinged (MNH)

• Issue Date: 1957

• Inscription: “Jahrestagung 1957 / Deutsche Kultur u. Heimat / Deutsche Bundespost Berlin”

Historical Context:
This issue highlights West Berlin’s commitment to preserving and celebrating German art, culture, and identity during the Cold War. By referencing a medieval cathedral figure, the design evokes both national pride and the continuity of German cultural tradition through centuries of change.