Mexico 1887-88 1c Documents Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1887 · 1c

The stamp features the Mexican national emblem of an eagle perched on a nopal cactus, devouring a snake, surrounded by text 'MEXICO' and '1 CENTAVO'. It bears a diagonal 'DISTRITO' overprint.

This revenue stamp was issued in Mexico during the late 19th century to collect taxes on legal documents or transactions. The 'DISTRITO' overprint indicates its specific use within a particular administrative district.