Greece 1900 Postage Due Stamp

Greece · 1900 ·

This stamp is part of Greece's first series of postage due stamps, issued in 1900. The design is simple and functional, featuring a large numeral indicating the amount due, framed by an ornate border. The text 'ΕΙΣΠΡΑΚΤΕΟΝ' (To be collected) is prominently displayed at the top.

Issued at the turn of the 20th century, these stamps standardized the collection of insufficient postage, reflecting the maturation of the Greek postal system.