Newspapers and Periodicals $24 Stamp

United States · 1875 · $24

The stamp features an allegorical female figure, possibly representing Liberty or America, seated with a globe and a book/scroll, symbolizing knowledge and communication. The denomination '$24' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

This stamp belongs to the U.S. Newspapers and Periodicals series, issued for bulk mailing of printed matter, reflecting the importance of information dissemination in the late 19th century. The high denomination indicates its use for large volumes or heavy packages.