Mexico 1879 Documentary Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1879 · 67 centavos

The stamp features the Mexican national emblem of an eagle perched on a nopal cactus, devouring a snake, within an ornate frame. It is inscribed 'TIMBRE DE LA FEDERACION' at the top and '67 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

This revenue stamp was issued by the Mexican government in 1879 to collect taxes on various legal documents and transactions. It represents a form of internal taxation used to fund government operations during the late 19th century.