SAAR

A German territory South-east of Luxembourg. Occupied by France under League of Nations control from 1920 to

1935. Following a plebiscite, Saar returned to Germany in 1935 from when German stamps were used until the French occupation in 1945, after which Nos. F1/F13 of Germany followed by Nos. 203 etc of Saar were used. The territory was autonomous under French protection until it again returned to Germany at the end of 1956 following-a national referendum. Issues from 1957 were authorised by the German Federal Republic pending the adoption of German currency on 6 July 1959, after which West German stamps were used.

1920-May 1921. 100 pfennig = 1 mark.

May 1921-March 1935. 100 centimes = 1 franc.

1935-1947. 100 pfennig = 1 reichsmark.

1947. 100 pfennig = 1 Saarmark.

November 1947-July 1959. 100 centimes = 1 franc.

From 1959. 100 pfennig = 1 Deutsche mark.



This Saar stamp from 1947 is a rare find for collectors. The plate error adds to its unique value making it a perfect addition to any stamp collection. This stamp is mint never hinged with gum intact. The stamp features a green colour palette and depicts a theme of a miner.