Mexico 1879 63 Centavos Documentary Revenue

Mexico · 1879 · 63 centavos

The stamp features the Mexican coat of arms, depicting an eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus devouring a snake, surrounded by a wreath. The denomination '63 CENTAVOS' is at the bottom, with 'MEXICO' and '1879' at the top.

This is a revenue stamp, used to collect taxes on documents or transactions, rather than for postal services. Its issuance in 1879 reflects the Mexican government's need for internal revenue during the late 19th century.