Germany Type L7 Meter Stamp

Germany · 1960 · Variable

This image depicts a German meter stamp of Type L7, a design produced by Postalia franking machines. These mechanical impressions were used to frank mail directly, indicating postage payment without the need for adhesive stamps.

Meter stamps revolutionized postal services for businesses and organizations, providing an efficient method for processing large volumes of mail. They represent a significant aspect of 20th-century postal mechanization.