Saarland – Scott # 227
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1951 Saar Scott #227 commemorative stamp issued for the Day of the Postage Stamp. Historical mounted scene with town and bridge. Mint never hinged with full original gum.
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Description
Issued in 1951, Saar Scott #227 commemorates the Day of the Postage Stamp (“Tag der Briefmarke 1951”), honoring philately and postal history during the period of Saar autonomy following World War II. The stamp features a historical scene with mounted figures crossing a stone bridge, with a townscape and church visible in the background, evoking themes of communication, travel, and regional heritage.
The design is inscribed “TAG DER BRIEFMARKE 1951” at the top and “SAAR” at the bottom. Rendered in a brown tone, the finely engraved image combines architectural detail, period costume, and landscape elements in a balanced composition typical of early 1950s commemorative stamp design. The denomination 15 francs appears in the upper corners.
This issue reflects Saar’s effort to promote philately and cultural identity through carefully crafted commemorative stamps during its semi-autonomous postwar phase, a few years prior to reintegration with Germany.
This example is offered mint never hinged, with full original gum, no hinge marks, and fresh color throughout. Perforations are intact and the stamp is well-centered.
Country: Saar
Year of Issue: 1951
Scott Number: 227
Denomination: 15 francs
Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
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