Mexico 1882 1 Centavo Documents Revenue - Valentin Gómez Farías
Mexico · 1882 · 1 centavo
The stamp features a central oval portrait of Valentin Gómez Farías, framed by decorative elements. It is inscribed "MEXICO" at the top, "DOCUMENTOS" below, and "1 CENTAVO" at the bottom, with a "ZACATECAS" overprint.
This is a revenue stamp, used for taxing legal documents rather than for postage. It features Valentin Gómez Farías, a significant figure in Mexican history who served as president multiple times in the mid-19th century.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Government of Mexico · License: Public domain
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