This striking Bavarian official stamp was originally issued as a Dienstmarke (Official Service stamp) and later overprinted with “Volksstaat Bayern” in 1919. The overprint reflects the transition from the Kingdom of Bavaria to the People’s State of Bavaria following the end of World War I and the abdication of King Ludwig III.

The design features the Bavarian coat of arms flanked by heraldic lions, printed in a rich orange shade, with a bold Gothic overprint in black. With its 35 Pf denomination, this issue is a historical reminder of the political upheaval during the early Weimar Republic era.

Highly sought after by collectors of German States, overprints, and post-WWI philatelic history, this stamp offers both aesthetic appeal and strong historical significance.