Mexico 1877 5 Centavos Documentary Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1877 · 5 centavos

The stamp features the Mexican coat of arms, depicting an eagle devouring a snake, encircled by the text 'REPUBLICA MEXICANA' and 'CINCO CENTAVOS' within an ornate frame.

Issued in 1877, this revenue stamp was used for taxation on legal documents or transactions, reflecting the Mexican government's efforts to generate internal revenue during the late 19th century.