Great Britain Postage Due Stamp

United Kingdom · 1914 · 1/2d

This is the first postage due stamp issued by Great Britain, featuring a simple yet functional design. The central element is the large numeral '1/2' indicating the halfpenny amount due, surrounded by an ornate, decorative frame. The words 'POSTAGE DUE' are prominently displayed at the top.

Issued in 1914, these stamps were used to collect postage that was underpaid by the sender. They were affixed by postal workers to incoming mail to indicate the amount the recipient had to pay before receiving the letter.