Newspapers Periodicals $10 Stamp, 1895 Issue
United States · 1895 · $10
A high-denomination revenue stamp featuring an allegorical female figure, likely representing commerce or communication, with the denomination '$10' prominently displayed.
Issued in 1895, this stamp was part of a series used for the prepayment of postage on bulk shipments of newspapers and periodicals, a system in place to manage the high volume of printed matter.
Printing Method
Engraved
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Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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