Mexico 1887 Customs Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1887 · 29 Centavos

A green revenue stamp featuring the Mexican coat of arms (eagle with snake) in the center, flanked by '29 CENTAVOS' and inscribed 'TIMBRE DE ADUANAS' and 'MEXICO'.

This stamp was issued as a customs revenue stamp in Mexico, specifically used in Vera Cruz, as indicated by the perforation. It was part of the system for collecting taxes on goods imported or exported through Mexican ports in the late 19th century.