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common1945-1980
Living Letter Tape Mailer
United States · 1948 · 6¢
A pre-stamped mailer designed for sending audio recordings, featuring a 6¢ U.S. Postage Air Mail indicia. The indicia is a simple rectangular design with text.
This mailer represents the 'Living Letter' concept, a popular method for sending personal audio messages via postal service, particularly significant in the mid-20th century for long-distance communication.
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