Japan Type FA1 Meter Stamp

Japan · 2000 · 50 Yen

A rectangular meter stamp featuring the country name 'JAPAN' and 'POSTAGE' at the top, with the denomination '50 YEN' at the bottom. The central design is a stylized emblem, possibly a post horn, within a simple frame.

Meter stamps like this represent a modernization of postal services, allowing for efficient, on-demand printing of postage directly onto mail, reducing the need for traditional adhesive stamps in commercial settings.