United Kingdom Revenue Stamp, Queen Victoria
United Kingdom · 1881 · 1d
This stamp features a left-facing profile portrait of Queen Victoria, framed by an ornate design. The denomination 'ONE PENNY' is prominently displayed at the bottom, with 'INLAND REVENUE' inscribed in a ribbon above the portrait. This design is a classic example of Victorian-era revenue stamps, used for fiscal purposes rather than postage.
Issued during the long reign of Queen Victoria, these inland revenue stamps were used to collect taxes on various legal documents and transactions, a common practice in the British Empire during the 19th century.
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