WWI POW Postal Stationary From Ruhleben X3, German Prisoner Of War Camp
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:22824183 | Type: Cover |
| Topic: WWI | Modified Item: No |
| Year of Issue: 1911-1920 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Ireland |
| Quality: Used |
We specialise in British Caribbean stamps, postal history and postcardsAbout UsDescriptionAn interesting back story to these: In July 1915, the German authorities allowed the residents of Ruhleben to start a 'Internal Postal Service' with stamps, letter-cards and postal stationery. Run by the internees, the service was quite distinct from the official camp mail service found there and at other POW camps. Mr. Albert Kamp started the 'Ruhleben Express Delivery' (R.X.D.) on 19th July... 1915, when he issued the first postage stamp. Albert's brother was in charge of the production of stamps and various items of postal stationery, including orders from various camp organisations and societies. Around 6, 000 items of mail were handled each month. Most of it was postal stationery. The rate for letters and cards was one third of a penny (up to 50 grams) and half a penny above 50 grams. (copied from site). Search for full story.3 cards, the second scan shows the back of the one with no value expressed, the others have a blank back. Be sure to add me to your favorites list!Scans Our other lots;We have many other similar lots listed this week. Our eBay Lots.Shipping All lots sent from the UK. We will COMBINE LOTS to save you mailing costs whenever possible. If you want to combine lots that will close over several days, please let us know as soon as possible and please wait to pay until you are invoiced for the combined total. Do not pay for each individual lot until invoiced. Regular Mail to UK
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£0.70
Tracked Mail to UK
£1.90
Regular Mail to Europe£1.60
Tracked Mail to Europe£6.55
Regular Mail to Rest of World
£2.30
Tracked Mail to Rest of World£7.30
PaymentPlease wait for an invoice before sending payment.
