DDR Germany stamps year 1956 – Heinrich Heine set MNH
The DDR issued a set of stamps in 1956 to commemorate the German poet, journalist, and literary critic Heinrich Heine (1797–1856).
✍️ Stamp Set Details
This commemorative set was released for the 100th Anniversary of Heinrich Heine’s Death and consists of two different values.
| Catalog Number (Michel) | Denomination | Subject/Design | Color |
| 516 | 10 Pfennig | Portrait of Heinrich Heine (Scherenschnitt style) | Blackish Blue Green |
| 517 | 20 Pfennig | Portrait of Heinrich Heine | Brownish Red |
Key Information:
- Year of Issue: 1956
- Issue Date: February 17, 1956 (the 100th anniversary of his death)
- Total Stamps in Set: 2
- Michel Catalog Numbers for the set: 516-517
- Theme: 100th Anniversary of the Death of Heinrich Heine
The significance of the stamp lies more in the historical context of the DDR choosing to honor Heine, who was a controversial figure in German history due to his political views and Jewish heritage.
