Wurttemberg (Allied Occupation) – Scott #s 8NB9-11
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1949 Württemberg Goethe Bicentennial set (Scott #8NB9–11), MNH; a beautifully engraved trio celebrating the literary genius of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and postwar Germany’s cultural renewal under French administration.
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Württemberg (Allied Occupation) – Scott #8NB9–11, MNH
Issued in 1949, this elegant three-stamp semi-postal set from the French Zone of Occupation (Württemberg) honors the 200th Anniversary of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s birth (1749–1949). Each design features a distinct portrait of Goethe, capturing the enduring influence of Germany’s greatest literary figure.
Details:
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Scott #s: 8NB9–8NB11
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Denominations:
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10 Pf + 5 Pf (green) – Classical bust of Goethe
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20 Pf + 10 Pf (rose-red) – Goethe in maturity
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30 Pf + 15 Pf (blue) – Profile bust in neoclassical style
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Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
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Issue Date: 1949
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Inscription: “1749 Goethe 1949 / Württemberg”
Historical Context:
Issued to commemorate two centuries since Goethe’s birth, these semi-postals combined art, literature, and philanthropy—raising funds for cultural and social causes. The designs reflect Goethe’s multifaceted legacy as poet, playwright, philosopher, and symbol of German enlightenment and humanism.
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