German Democratic Republic Mi#510 (278)/517YII (285) 1956 Mozart & Heinrich Heine Issues, Type 2 Wmks, 4 VFOG Singles, Click on Listing to See ALL Pictures, Estimated Value $15

4 VFOG singles from the 1956 Mozart & Heinrich Heine Issues. Type 2 Wmks. The Scott numbers range from 510 (278) to 517YII (285), and include 510/517YII (SC# 278/285). 2023 Michel cat. €37. Our estimate of the value based on the condition is $15.

Although not listed by Scott, the DDR and Posthorn Watermark exists both horizontal and sideways on most issues between 1953 and 1957. The sideways versions are exceedingly rare, and list in Michel in most cases for thousands of Euro each. In addition to this though the watermark itself comes in two distinct types: Type I and Type II. On Type 1 the letters DDR are 6 mm tal, and are narrower than type II. On type II the letters are 5 mm high and appear wider. Also, the posthorn is both wider and flatter on type 2.