uncommonpre-1900

Newspapers Periodicals 12c 1875

Name: Newspapers Periodicals 12c 1875
Brand: United States

United States · 1875 · 12¢

A 12-cent United States stamp from 1875, featuring a design related to newspapers and periodicals, likely depicting a symbolic figure or emblem.

Issued as a revenue stamp for the bulk mailing of newspapers and periodicals, this stamp reflects the significant role of print media and the postal system in 19th-century America.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

newspapers periodicals revenue

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