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Mexico 1890-91 2 Centavos Documents Revenue Stamp
Mexico · 1890 · 2 centavos
The stamp features a central ornate frame enclosing the denomination 'DOS CENTAVOS' (Two Centavos). Above this is 'TIMBRE DE DOCUMENTOS' (Document Stamp) and below are the years '1890-1891', all within a decorative border.
This revenue stamp was issued by Mexico to collect taxes on legal or official documents between 1890 and 1891, serving as an important source of government income during that period.
Image: Government of Mexico · License: Public domain
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