Lot 2516
World War II Propaganda Issues, 1944 12+8 (pf) Heinrich Himmler Forgery, o.g., never hinged, F.-V.F. Michel No. 32A €800 ($890).Estimate $200 - 300.
In December 1944, the British produced this propaganda forgery depicting Heinrich Himmler, Reichsführer of the SS, placing shackles on a German civilian. The stamp design is based on the 1944 German issue commemorating the 21st Anniversary of the Beer Hall Putsch. It was printed in sheets of 20.
Realized: $350