Germany postage stamps year 1993 Insects – Beetles MNH set
The 1993 set of German semi-postal stamps followed the theme of endangered insects, moving from butterflies and moths to Endangered Beetles.
Here are the details for the set:
🐞 1993 Endangered Beetles (Gefährdete Käfer)
- Country: Germany (Federal Republic of Germany – Deutsche Bundespost)
- Year of Issue: 1993
- Date of Issue: April 15, 1993
- Theme: Youth Welfare (Wohlfahrtsmarke) / Endangered Beetles
- Total Stamps in Set: 5 stamps
- Michel (Mi) Catalog Numbers: 1666 – 1670
- Scott Catalog Numbers: B745 – B749 (B indicates Semi-Postal)
The Beetles Featured
The five stamps showcase different endangered beetle species:
| Mi. No. | Denomination (Face Value + Surcharge) | Beetle Species (German & Latin Name) |
| 1666 | 80 + 40 Pf | Alpine Longhorn Beetle (Rosalia alpina) |
| 1667 | 100 + 50 Pf | Rose Chafer (Cetonia aurata) |
| 1668 | 100 + 50 Pf | Stag Beetle (Lucanus cervus) |
| 1669 | 100 + 50 Pf | Green Tiger Beetle (Cicindela campestris) |
| 1670 | 100 + 50 Pf | Common Cockchafer (Melolontha melolontha) |
💰 Approximate Value (Mint Never Hinged – MNH Set)
Similar to the 1991 and 1992 insect issues, this set is common and has a modest market value. The surcharge (the “+ Pf” amount) on these stamps was a compulsory charity contribution for Youth Welfare, hence the “B” designation in the Scott catalog.
| Condition | Approximate Retail Price Range (for the complete set Mi 1666-1670) |
| Mint Never Hinged (MNH) | $5 to $12 USD (or equivalent) |
The set is a very popular topical collection item due to the colorful and detailed depictions of the beetles!
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