Sachsen (Saxony) stamp year 1863 Coat of Arms 2 Ngr MNG
It is a specific stamp from the Kingdom of Saxony (Sachsen), part of the German States period, which is highly sought after by philatelists.
The stamp you are referring to is part of the 1863 “Embossed Coat of Arms” Issue.
🇩🇪 Saxony 1863 Coat of Arms 2 Ngr Stamp
- State: Kingdom of Saxony (Sachsen), a German State prior to the unification of the German Empire in 1871.
- Year of Issue: 1863. This was the final stamp issue for the Kingdom of Saxony before joining the North German Confederation.
- Denomination: 2 Neu-Groschen (2 Ngr.)
- Design: The stamp features the Coat of Arms of Saxony (a shield with horizontal black and gold/yellow stripes, overlaid by a green crancelin or rue crown) which is embossed (raised relief) onto the paper. The Coat of Arms is centered in an ornamental frame.
- Color/Catalogue: The 2 Ngr. value in this issue has several color variations and catalogue numbers depending on the shade, which significantly impacts value. The main colors are often described as blue or dark violet ultramarine.
- Using the popular Scott Catalogue, the 2 Ngr. stamp from this issue is often listed as Scott #18 (for the main blue/ultramarine color).
- In the Michel Catalogue (a common European catalogue), the primary number is Mi. 17.
💸 Collector’s Value
The value of this stamp depends entirely on its condition, color, and whether it is used or unused:
- Used (with a postmark): A used 2 Ngr. stamp from this issue is relatively common and might have a catalog value in the range of $5 to $25 or more for a fine-to-very-fine copy, depending heavily on the specific color, centering, and neatness of the postmark.
- Unused (Mint): Unused stamps are generally more valuable, potentially ranging from $50 to well over $100 depending on the specific catalog variation and the presence of original gum.
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