France 1970 Revenue Stamp, 1 Franc

France · 1970 · 1 F

This fiscal or revenue stamp from France features a classic allegorical design. The central figure, likely representing Liberty or the French Republic, is depicted in a style common for official documents and tax stamps of the era. The denomination of '1 FRANC' is prominently displayed, indicating its use for collecting a specific tax or fee.

Revenue stamps, known as 'timbres fiscaux' in France, were used to collect taxes on various documents, transactions, and goods, separate from the postal system. This particular design style was part of a long tradition of using national symbols on official government instruments.