Berlin – Scott # 9N301, used
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1963 Berlin 2 DM violet Theodor Heuss definitive (Scott #9N301), used; a classic issue honoring West Germany’s first postwar president, symbolizing leadership, moderation, and unity during the early Cold War years.
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Description
Berlin – Scott #9N301, Used
Issued in 1963, this 2 Deutsche Mark definitive from West Berlin depicts Theodor Heuss (1884–1963), the first President of the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany). It is part of the Heuss Medallion series, designed with precision engraving that conveys quiet dignity and statesmanship — hallmarks of Heuss’s legacy in rebuilding democratic Germany after the devastation of World War II.
Details:
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Scott #: 9N301
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Denomination: 2 DM
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Design: Portrait of Theodor Heuss
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Color: Violet
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Condition: Used, light circular cancel
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Issue Date: 1963
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Inscription: “Deutsche Bundespost Berlin”
Historical Context:
Theodor Heuss served as the first president of West Germany from 1949 to 1959, overseeing the rebirth of a democratic government and the establishment of strong civic values. The Heuss series was issued both by the Federal Republic and Berlin, emphasizing shared identity and democratic continuity between the divided German states.
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