Hamburg

Hamburg was an independent city-state within the German Confederation.

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 * Hamburg's first stamps were issued in 1859, a castle design with "HAMBURG" in a scroll above and the denomination in large figures. These were imperf. Except for the 7 schilling value, these are scarcer used. Forged cancels are known.
 * In 1864, 1¼sch and 2½sch values were issued with different frames.
 * In 1864-67, values were issued perf 13½. The 1¼sch value has been reprinted.
 * In 1865, the 7sch value wa issued in red lilac.
 * In 1866, 1¼ and 1½sch values with octagonal inner or outer frames were issued rouletted 10.
 * In 1867, a 2½sch value was issued, the design with HAMBURG in scroll at top.
 * In 1868, Hamburg joined the North German Confederation and began using their stamps.