Mexico 1894-1895 Federal Contribution Revenue Stamp

Mexico · 1894 · 10 Centavos

This green revenue stamp features the Mexican coat of arms, depicting an eagle perched on a nopal cactus devouring a snake. The text "REPUBLICA MEXICANA" and "CONTRIBUCION FEDERAL" encircles the central design, with the denomination "10 CENTAVOS" at the bottom.

Issued between 1894 and 1895, this stamp served as a revenue stamp, signifying the payment of a federal contribution or tax in Mexico. Revenue stamps were essential for documenting and collecting various government duties during this period.