Issued by Deutsche Bundespost in 1988, this 80 Pfennig commemorative stamp marks the 50th anniversary of Kristallnacht (9 November 1938), the “Night of Broken Glass.” The design features a burning synagogue, symbolizing the destruction of Jewish places of worship during the pogroms, alongside the inscription “Das Geheimnis der Erlösung heißt Erinnerung” (“The secret of redemption is remembrance”). This solemn issue serves both as a tribute to Holocaust victims and a reminder of the importance of memory in ensuring such tragedies are never repeated. A significant historical and thematic piece for collectors interested in WWII, Judaica, and human rights themes.