Abstract: The invention describes a stamp comprising a telescoping upper and lower part as well as a printing plate holder pivotally disposed in the lower part to accommodate the stamp plate. A retaining device for a stamp pad is associated with the printing plate holder and in a rest position, the printing plate holder is positioned in the range 80° to 135°, preferably at approximately 90° with respect to a contact area. From this rest position, the stamp can be displaced into an operating position to produce a stamped imprint via guide means, whereby the printing plate holder is turned about two guide pins, wherein one guide pin is respectively disposed on a side face of the printing plate holder, and they simultaneously engage in guide slots in the upper and lower part.

Abstract: The invention describes a stamp (1) and stamp pad (130) for a self-inking stamp (1), wherein in a housing (131) or a carrying device (11) at least one pad for absorbing ink is arranged. The carrying device (11) is formed rectangular in shape from a base plate (135) with longitudinal surfaces (136) and lateral surfaces (136) moulded thereon, wherein on two surfaces running in parallel handle elements (138) for the lateral gripping of the carrying device (11) are arranged. Preferably means in form of grooves (133), catches and/or elevations (134) for the fixing in a stamp (1) are arranged on the carrying device.