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uncommon1900-1945
Kansas-Nebraska Overprints 1929 Issue
United States · 1929 · 1 cent to 5 dollars
A collection of US definitive stamps from the 1926-27 series, featuring 'KANS.' and 'NEBR.' overprints in black, issued in 1929.
These overprinted stamps were issued to prevent speculation and reselling of stamps in specific states, as postal rates were about to change. They were valid only for postage originating from post offices within Kansas and Nebraska.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scott658-701
Image: U.S. Post Office · License: Public domain
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