Switzerland Geneva 5c Revenue Stamp

Switzerland · 1870 · 5c

The stamp features a stylized bird with outstretched wings, possibly an eagle or griffin, within an ornate oval frame. Text 'CANTON DE GENEVE' is above the central design, and '5 C.' is below.

This revenue stamp from the Canton of Geneva was issued around 1870 to collect taxes or fees on legal documents or transactions within the canton. It reflects the administrative and fiscal practices of Swiss cantons in the late 19th century.