This commemorative stamp from Germany (Deutsche Bundespost) was issued in 1959 to mark the 500th birth anniversary of Jakob Fugger (1459–1525), one of the most influential bankers and merchants of the Renaissance. The design features a striking engraved portrait of Fugger wearing a traditional Renaissance cap against a dark background. Fugger, known as “Jakob Fugger the Rich,” played a major role in European finance and trade during the 15th and 16th centuries. The bold red and black color scheme gives the stamp strong visual appeal for collectors. A notable piece for collectors interested in economic history, Renaissance figures, and German commemoratives.