Offered here is a pair of original 1937 German poster stamps (Reklamemarken) issued for the Leipzig Trade Fair, featuring two slightly different print variants.
These colorful labels promote the Leipziger Herbstmesse (Leipzig Autumn Fair)—one of the most important commercial exhibitions in pre-war Germany. The design features a bold modernist graphic style with a globe motif and stylized “M” (for Messe), typical of 1930s German advertising art.
Breakdown of the Two Labels
Label 1 (German Text):
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“LEIPZIGER HERBSTMESSE”
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“Beginn 29. August 1937”
Translation:
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Leipzig Autumn Fair
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Begins August 29, 1937
Label 2 (French Text Variant):
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“FOIRE DE LEIPZIG PRINTEMPS 1937”
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“COMMENCE LE 28 FÉVRIER”
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“Imprimé en Allemagne”
Translation:
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Leipzig Spring Fair 1937
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Begins February 28
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Printed in Germany
Condition
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Both labels are in very good condition overall 1 is MNH 1 is MH as shown
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Light surface wear and minor handling visible
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Bright colors and strong visual appeal
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No major tears or damage observed
Collector Notes / Selling Points
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Nice matched pair with language variation (German vs. French export market)
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Represents both Spring and Autumn 1937 Leipzig Fairs
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Classic Art Deco / industrial-era German advertising design
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Popular with collectors of:
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German poster stamps (Reklamemarken)
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Trade fair / exposition memorabilia
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Pre-WWII commercial advertising material
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Increasingly collectible due to bold graphics and historical context
Specifications
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Type: Poster stamps / labels (not valid for postage)
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Country: Germany
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Year: 1937
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Theme: Trade Fair / Advertising
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Quantity: 2 labels (as shown)
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Inventory control # 88229