Canada Victoria Chalon Head Gas Inspection Stamp

Canada · 1895 · 25 cents

The stamp features a profile portrait of Queen Victoria (Chalon head) facing left, with "CANADA" above and "25 CENTS" below. The text "INSPECTION FEE" and "GAS" are also present, indicating its purpose.

This is a revenue stamp used in Canada for gas inspection fees during the late Victorian era. It reflects the government's role in regulating public utilities and collecting fees for such services.