Berlin – Scott # 9N175
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1961 Berlin 20 Pf red brown “Hans Böckler” (Scott #9N175), MNH; a stark, dignified tribute to Germany’s foremost postwar labor advocate and his enduring influence on workers’ rights and social reform.
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Description
Berlin – Scott #9N175, MNH
Issued in 1961, this 20 Pfennig commemorative from West Berlin honors Hans Böckler (1875–1951), a German trade union leader and the first president of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB). The design presents a bold, minimalist portrait of Böckler in deep red tones—symbolizing labor solidarity and social justice.
Details:
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Scott #: 9N175
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Denomination: 20 Pf
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Design: Portrait of Hans Böckler
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Color: Red brown
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Designer: H. Fuchs
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Condition: Mint, never hinged (MNH)
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Issue Date: 1961
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Inscription: “Deutsche Bundespost Berlin / Hans Böckler / †16.2.1951”
Historical Context:
Hans Böckler was a key figure in postwar Germany’s labor movement, advocating for workers’ rights and the principle of co-determination—the idea that employees should have a voice in corporate governance. His leadership helped shape Germany’s modern system of industrial democracy and labor relations.
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