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uncommon1900-1945
Switzerland 1911 Renens Canton of Vaud Revenue Stamp
Switzerland · 1911 · 5.40 Fr
A rectangular revenue stamp featuring text in French, including 'CANTON DE VAUD', 'TIMBRE DE QUITTANCE', and 'RENENS', with a denomination of 5.40 Francs. The design is simple, primarily text-based, indicating its administrative purpose.
This revenue stamp from 1911 reflects the administrative and fiscal practices of the Canton of Vaud, Switzerland, in the early 20th century. Revenue stamps were essential tools for governments to collect taxes and fees on various legal and commercial transactions.
Image: Government of Renens (VD), Switzerland · License: Public domain
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