Colombia 1897-98 Habilitacion 30c Revenue Stamp

Colombia · 1897 · 30c

A triangular black revenue stamp featuring the country name, denomination, and 'Habilitacion' text. The image displays a complete sheet with multiple stamps, including tête-bêche pairs.

This 'Habilitacion' revenue stamp from 1897-98 likely signifies a temporary revalidation or surcharge for fiscal purposes in Colombia. Revenue stamps were crucial for governments to collect taxes on various transactions and documents.