2009 UN Geneva “World Heritage – Germany” Stamp Set
The UNPA Geneva issued a commemorative stamp set focusing on UNESCO World Heritage sites in Germany in 2009. Here’s what we know:
- First Day of Issue: 7 May 2009, simultaneously released with prestige booklets, new postal stationery, and a special event show sheet in Geneva and Vienna.
- Overview of the Set:
- Total stamps: Six in the “World Heritage – Germany” series, along with three prestige (souvenir) booklets.
- Denominations and Catalog Numbers (Geneva/Geneva-specific):
- CHF 0.30 – Michel VNG 647 and VNG 646.
- CHF 0.50 – Michel VNG 651.
- CHF 1.00 – Michel VNG 644.
- CHF 1.30 – Michel VNG 645.
- The complete set is catalogued collectively as Michel VNG 644–651.
- Premium Items: The series also included three prestige booklets, each containing 24 stamps (two denominations, 12 each), accompanied by thematic descriptive text.
Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Theme | UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany |
| FDOI | 7 May 2009 |
| Number of Stamps | Six distinct denominations |
| Denominations | CHF 0.30 ×2 (VNG 646, 647), CHF 0.50 (VNG 651), CHF 1.00 (VNG 644), CHF 1.30 (VNG 645) |
| Catalog Range | Michel VNG 644–651 (complete set) |
| Prestige Booklets | Three booklets, each with 24 stamps and thematic text |
Design & Featured Heritage Sites
Unfortunately, specific details about which German UNESCO sites are depicted on these stamps (such as architectural style or imagery) were not available in the sources accessed. To uncover that information, I recommend:
- Checking official UNPA publications or the First Day of Issue circular dated 7 May 2009.
- Exploring philatelic catalogs, stamp dealer listings, or dedicated collector forums where detailed visuals and descriptions may be shared.
Collector’s Insight
The Rainbow Stamp Club, among other collectors, notes that this release is:
- The fourteenth UNPA World Heritage stamp issue, and the twelfth to concentrate on one country or region.
- Supported by commemorative items such as FDCs, prestige booklets, and even a special joint silk cover in cooperation with Germany’s Federal Ministry of Finance—ideal for topical or tourism-related collections .
This German-focused set is both beautiful and rich in context—especially significant if you’re gathering the UN World Heritage series or thematic collections on Germany’s cultural landmarks.
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