1953–1954 Deutsche Demokratische Republik (DDR) Stamp Collection – Scott A43 CTO with Overprints

A fine 19531954 DDR (East Germany) Workers, Farmers, and Intellectuals series collection (Scott A43), featuring multiple denominations, varieties, and surcharge overprints. These stamps are Cancelled-to-Order (CTO) retaining their original gum (unused) while bearing postal cancellations.

Details:

• Country: Deutsche Demokratische Republik (DDR / East Germany)

• Year of Issue: 19531954

• Series: Workers, Farmers, and Intellectuals (Scott A43)

• Condition: CTO full gum (unused) with cancellation marks

• Features:

  • Wide range of values 5pf 80pf

  • Includes scarce surcharge overprints (10, 15, 20, 50, 70 pfennig)

  • Strong colors, sharp details, and intact perforations

  • Ideal for collectors of early DDR philately

Collectability:

The DDR A43 set is one of the most iconic issues of the early Cold War era, symbolizing East Germanys socialist ideology. CTO issues like these are highly sought after as they preserve mint gum condition while still showing period cancellations. Excellent for both display and investment.