200 Millionen Mark Appraisal

Deutsches Reich 200 Millionen Mark Postage Stamp

This item is a postage stamp from the German Empire (Deutsches Reich) with a denomination of 200 Million (200 Millionen) Marks. The stamp features a central circular design on a red background. Within the circle, the numerical value '200' is prominently displayed in white, with the '2' of '200' and '0' of 'Millions' further emphasized in a bold black font. Below the white '200', the word 'Millionen' (German for Millions) is written in a black gothic-style typeface, indicating a very high-value stamp, characteristic of the hyperinflation period in Germany. The top border of the stamp clearly bears the inscription 'Deutsches Reich' in block letters, also in black. The background of the stamp appears to have a subtle patterned or watermark-like design, possibly a geometric or wave pattern, which is more visible around the circular central motif and within the red border. At the very bottom of the stamp, there is a series of short, vertical black lines resembling a bar code or security printing, though it's likely a decorative or anti-counterfeiting design element common to currency or high-value stamps of the era. The stamp exhibits a perforated edge along the top and possibly the sides, though only the top perforations are clearly visible in the provided image. The color is a consistent reddish-pink hue, and the overall condition appears to be relatively good, with no overt tears, creases, or major discolorations visible from the close-up.