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common1900-1945
Norway Meter Stamp Type D2
Norway · 1940 · 20 Øre
A rectangular meter stamp from Norway featuring the country name 'NORGE' at the top and the denomination '20 ØRE' below, indicating prepaid postage.
Meter stamps revolutionized postal services by allowing direct printing of postage, offering efficiency for businesses and post offices. This Norwegian example reflects the country's adoption of modern postal franking methods in the mid-20th century.
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Image: Richard Stambaugh · License: Public domain
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