Description
Berlin – Scott #9NB41–44, MNH (Complete Set)
Issued in 1966, this delightful semi-postal set titled Wohlfahrtsmarken – Der Froschkönig (“Charity Stamps – The Frog King”) illustrates scenes from the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale “The Frog Prince.” The series supported welfare causes, combining storytelling charm with vivid color printing.
Details:
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Scott #9NB41: 10 + 5 Pf – The princess and the talking frog (brown background)
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Scott #9NB42: 20 + 10 Pf – The princess dining with the frog (green background)
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Scott #9NB43: 30 + 15 Pf – The frog transformed into a prince (red background)
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Scott #9NB44: 50 + 25 Pf – The royal couple in their golden carriage (blue background)
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Condition: Mint, Never Hinged (MNH)
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Issue Date: 1966
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Series Title: Der Froschkönig (The Frog Prince)
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Inscription: “Wohlfahrtsmarke / Deutsche Bundespost Berlin”
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Designer: E. Grieshaber
Historical Context:
The Wohlfahrtsmarken (Welfare Stamps) were annual German charity issues, with proceeds benefiting social services and youth welfare. The 1966 Frog Prince set is among the most beloved of the Berlin fairy tale series, noted for its bold graphic style and narrative sequence from stamp to stamp.
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