$36 Newspapers and Periodicals Stamp, 1875

United States · 1875 · $36

The stamp features an allegorical female figure, possibly representing commerce or communication, centrally placed within an ornate frame. 'NEWSPAPERS' and 'PERIODICALS' are inscribed at the top, with the '$36' denomination at the bottom.

This high-denomination stamp was part of a series issued by the U.S. Post Office Department for the bulk mailing of newspapers and periodicals, a system in effect from 1865 to 1898. The $36 value indicates its use for very large volumes of mail.