The 1922 “Hermes” Postanweisungen deviated from the prevailing Germania stamp design by using a design featuring Hermes. It also features the text “Papierpreiszuschlag 5 Pf” in the empty box next to the stamp design.
The 1920 Postanweisungen saw a switch to higher rates, 20 Pf and 40 Pf.
The 1919 Postanweisungen saw a switch to higher rates, 15 Pf and 25 Pf. They can also be distinguished from earlier Postanewisungen by differences in the form of the front left tab.
During the Weimar period, the Reichspost produced several non-postcard postal stationery items, including money orders, letter cards, and pneumatic mail.
