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Switzerland Lugano 1931 50c Revenue Stamp
uncommon1900-1945

Switzerland Lugano 1931 50c Revenue Stamp

Switzerland · 1931 · 50c

The stamp features the text 'CANTON TICINO', 'LUGANO', and '50 CENTESIMI' within a decorative border. A specific type detail includes a hook on top of the 'D' in 'TICINO' and horizontal lines in the design.

This revenue stamp was issued by the municipality of Lugano in the Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, in 1931. It was used to collect local taxes or fees on various transactions or documents during the interwar period.

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Image: Government of Lugano (TI), Switzerland · License: Public domain

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