German Colonies
Collectors Group
A U.S.-based organization focused on sharing enjoyment and knowledge about the postage stamps and postal history of Germany’s colonies and post offices abroad.
Postcard from DNG to Kiautschou to DSWA to Dresden, 1900
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Latest News
(NEW!) The next Show & Tell will be Sunday, 15 March 2026, at 2 P.M. EST.
(NEW!) 2026 dues are due! If you haven’t yet paid yours, contact Oliver Wyrtki.
Added a new page which shows a visual comparison, under normal and UV light, of the various shades of the Krone/Adler stamps which were used for the colonial overprints. It’s open to members and non-members, and can be accessed directly here, or from the link on the Online Resources page.
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About Us
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German Colonies for Beginners
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Links
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