Mexico 1882 Valentin Gómez Farías Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1882 · 3c

The stamp features a central portrait of Valentin Gómez Farías, framed by ornate designs and text including 'MEXICO' and 'DOCUMENTOS'. It bears a '3c' denomination and an overprint for 'ZACATECAS'.

Issued in 1882, this revenue stamp was used for taxation on documents in Mexico, specifically in the Zacatecas district. It honors Valentin Gómez Farías, a prominent liberal politician and former President of Mexico during a period of significant political change.