Postmarks of Baden-Württemberg

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This page refers to the postmarks or cancellations placed in the territory of the modern federal state (Land) of Baden-Württemberg (Germany), created in 1952.

Historical, most common, postmarks are illustrated by type. Official literature names are given in (German).

Linear (Langstempel)

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In use since about 1750, with the place name after DE or D' or VON. Single line (Einzeiler) since 1806. Two lines (Zweizeiler) since 1812.

Framed (Rahmenstempel)

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Figures within one or multiple rings (Nummern-Stempel)

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Most commonly used in Grand Duchy of Baden (Grossherzogtum), sorted by numbers between 1 and 177.

Half-circle (Segment)

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3-rings (Dreikreis)

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2-rings (Zweikreis)

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In use since 1847.

Stirrup (Steigbügel)

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In use since 1842.

Fan shape (Fächer)

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Circle (Einkreis)

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