Mexico 1883 1c Documents Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1883 · 1c

The stamp features the Mexican national emblem, an eagle devouring a snake, within an oval frame. It is inscribed with 'TIMBRE DE DOCUMENTOS', 'MEXICO', and the denomination '1 CENTAVO' and '1c'.

This revenue stamp was issued in 1883 by Mexico to levy taxes on various legal and commercial documents. It reflects the government's method of generating income through fiscal duties during the late 19th century.