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common1945-1980
Japan Meter Stamp Type PO6C
Japan · 1960 · 50
A rectangular meter stamp impression featuring 'JAPAN' and 'POSTAGE' at the top, with the denomination '50' prominently displayed. It includes a circular cancellation-like element on the left and a wavy line pattern.
Meter stamps represent the mechanization of postal services, allowing businesses to frank mail directly. This type of stamp was widely used for bulk mailings in Japan, streamlining postal operations.
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