12 Pfennig Stamps Appraisal

Sheet of 12 (12 Pfennig) German Postage Stamps with Postmarks

This item is a partial sheet or block of twelve (3x4 arrangement) used German postage stamps, each with a denomination of '12 Pfennig'. The stamps feature a portrait-style design, likely depicting a historical figure or allegorical representation, rendered in a muted blue-gray or slate blue ink on light-colored paper. Each stamp is individually perforated, indicating they were intended for individual use. The stamps are still attached to a piece of what appears to be part of an envelope or wrapper, suggesting they were removed from mail and kept as a souvenir or for philatelic purposes. Several stamps bear circular postmarks, with one clearly legible postmark on the top left stamps showing "MÜNCHEN" and "22 2 22", indicating a cancellation date of February 22, 1922, and likely originating from Munich, Germany. Other postmarks are partially visible or less distinct but suggest similar cancellation patterns. The paper to which the stamps are attached is a dull, off-white or light brown color, consistent with aged paper. It exhibits wear, creasing, and a tear along the bottom right edge. There are also some darker stains or discolored areas, particularly on the left side of the paper. The perforations of the stamps appear intact, though some appear slightly separated from the attached paper. The overall condition suggests significant age and handling, with a visible patina. The craftsmanship of the stamps themselves appears consistent with early 20th-century printing techniques for postage stamps, suggesting a utilitarian yet government-issued quality.