Japan Type PV8 Meter Stamp
Japan · 1960 · Variable
A catalog image of a Japan Type PV8 meter stamp, representing a specific design used by franking machines for postal indicia. These stamps were used to prepay postage directly onto mail pieces.
Meter stamps reflect the mechanization of postal services in the mid-20th century, offering an alternative to traditional adhesive stamps for businesses and large mailers. They are an important part of postal history, showing the evolution of mail processing.
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