German Reich postage stamps year 1938 Hitler Youth used set
In 1938, the German Reich did not issue a set specifically titled “Hitler Youth” (the famous trumpet-player set was actually issued in 1935). However, in 1938, there were several major commemorative sets and individual issues that are often collected by those interested in the youth and propaganda themes of the era.
If you are looking for the stamps featuring youth motifs or the major issues of that specific year, here are the details:
1. The 1935 Hitler Youth Set (Often confused with 1938)
This is likely the set you are thinking of. It was issued for the Hitler Youth Meeting in 1935.
- Design: A Hitler Youth member blowing a trumpet with a “Sig-rune” banner.
- Michel Numbers: MiNr. 463–464.
- Values: $6\text{pf} + 4\text{pf}$ (Green) and $12\text{pf} + 8\text{pf}$ (Red).
2. Major 1938 Commemorative Sets
If you are strictly looking at 1938, the following sets are the primary issues for collectors:
| Issue Event | Denominations / Description | Michel No. |
| National Prize for Art & Science | 2 stamps featuring a “Torchbearer” allegory. | 660–661 |
| Hitler’s 49th Birthday | 1 stamp: $6\text{pf} + 19\text{pf}$ (Deep Violet). | 664 |
| Nuremberg Party Congress | 1 stamp: $6\text{pf} + 19\text{pf}$ (Dark Green/Brown). | 671 |
| Winter Relief Fund (WHW) | 9 stamps featuring German landscapes and cities. | 675–683 |
| Official Party Stamps | 11 stamps featuring the Eagle on a pedestal. | 144–154 |
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