Europe | East Berlin Workers Strike Set of Two West Germany Postage Stamps Issued 1953

Description

This set of two postage stamps were issued for use in postwar West Berlin, Germany. The stamps depict hands breaking a chain and the Brandenburg Gate with "17 JUNI 1953" in large letters, commemorating a popular uprising and workers strike that took place in Soviet-controlled East Berlin on that date. The stamps were valid for use until December 31, 1955.
Date of issue: August 17, 1953
Size of each stamp: 28 x 33 mm
Watermark: DEUTSCHE POST Diagonal
Printers: Bundesdruckerei
Emission: Commemorative
Perforation: 13? x 14
Printing: Typography
Face value: 30 Pf. – German pfennig
Mint, never hinged condition.