DDR Germany postage stamps year 1959 poet / Friedrich von Schiller MNH
The German Democratic Republic (DDR) issued a specific set in 1959 to honor the famous poet and dramatist Friedrich von Schiller.
The theme was the 200th Anniversary of his Birth (born November 10, 1759).
?️ Stamp Set Details
This set consists of two commemorative stamps, both featuring a portrait of Schiller.
| Catalog Number (Michel) | Denomination | Subject/Design | Colors |
| 733 | 10 Pfennig | Portrait of Friedrich Schiller | Gray-Black |
| 734 | 20 Pfennig | Portrait of Friedrich Schiller | Blackish Brown Carmine / Bright Pink Red |
Key Information:
- Year of Issue: 1959
- Issue Date: November 10, 1959 (Schiller’s 200th birthday)
- Total Stamps in Set: 2
- Michel Catalog Numbers for the set: 733-734
- Theme: 200th Anniversary of the Birth of Friedrich von Schiller (1759-1805)
- Designer: Heinrich Petzold (based on an older bust/portrait)
