French 5c Postage Due Stamp

France · 1904 · 5c

Rectangular stamp with 'TAXE' at the top, '5c' in the center, and 'A PERCEVOIR' at the bottom, all within an ornate frame.

This stamp was applied to a postcard that was underpaid, indicating the recipient had to pay the outstanding postage. It reflects international postal regulations of the early 20th century.