Issued by Deutsche Bundespost Berlin as part of the “Buildings of Berlin” definitive series, this 70 Pfennig stamp features the Kattenturm and medieval gatehouse of Soest, a historic town in Westphalia, Germany. Rendered in deep green, the design highlights the distinctive Gothic architecture and half-timbered houses typical of the region. These stamps, produced between 1964 and 1973, showcased Germany’s regional architectural heritage and were widely used on everyday correspondence. The “Berlin” inscription signifies its issue for postal use within West Berlin.