Germany Saar postage stamp year 1922 – Saargebeit 3 Fr. MH
That stamp is another from the important 1922 Definitive Issue of the Saar Territory (Saargebiet), a series known for its local scenic and industrial designs.
The 3 Francs denomination is one of the higher values in this series.
🇩🇪 Stamp Details
- Entity: Saar Territory (Saargebiet), administered by the League of Nations.
- Year of Issue: 1922
- Denomination: 3 Francs (3 Fr.)
- Issue Series: Definitive Issue featuring local Saarlandic motifs (often called the “Scenery” or “Landscapes” issue). This specific issue replaced the surcharged stamps of 1921 with new printings in French currency.
- Design: The 3 Fr. stamp, which is the second-highest value in the main set, typically depicts the Völklingen Ironworks or the Burbach Steelworks at Dillingen, which highlights the region’s strong industrial heritage.
- Color: The stamp is generally described as dark blue-green and orange-yellow (or a similar dark green/blue and buff/yellow combination).
- Catalogue Number (Michel): The Michel Catalogue number for this stamp is generally MiNr. 96.
💰 Value Estimate
As with most Saar definitives, the value is modest for common conditions but increases significantly for pristine or error copies.
