Berlin – Scott # 9N380
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1975 Berlin 40 Pf brown and green 6th World Gymnaestrada issue (Scott #9N380), MNH; commemorates the international festival of gymnastics and friendship held in Berlin, symbolizing global unity through sport.
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Description
Berlin – Scott #9N380, MNH
Issued in 1975, this 40 Pfennig commemorative stamp from West Berlin honors the 6th World Gymnaestrada, an international non-competitive gymnastics festival that took place in Berlin that year. The event celebrated athletic artistry, unity, and global cooperation through sport.
Details:
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Scott #: 9N380
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Denomination: 40 Pf
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Issue Date: 1975
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Design Theme: 6th World Gymnaestrada, Berlin
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Color: Brown and green
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Condition: Mint, never hinged (MNH)
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Designer: Herbert Bittner
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Printing Method: Photogravure
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Inscription: “6. Gymnaestrada Berlin – 1975 – Deutsche Bundespost Berlin”
Design Description:
The stamp features a stylized design of two abstract human figures in motion, symbolizing coordination, teamwork, and the beauty of athletic form. The figures are enclosed within a dynamic geometric border, evoking both unity and energy — key themes of the Gymnaestrada movement.
Historical Context:
The Gymnaestrada is organized by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) and brings together participants from around the world to perform group routines emphasizing grace, strength, and cultural diversity. The 1975 Berlin event, held at the height of the Cold War, was especially meaningful — a celebration of peaceful cooperation in a divided city.
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