St. Louis Postmaster Provisional
United States · 1845 · 5 CENTS
A black stamp featuring the words 'ST. LOUIS, MO.' at the top, 'POST OFFICE' in the center, and '5 CENTS' at the bottom, all within an ornate rectangular frame.
This is a St. Louis Postmaster Provisional stamp, issued before the first general issue of U.S. stamps, reflecting the need for local postage solutions prior to a national postal system.
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Image: Unknown author<span style="display: none;">Unknown author</span> · License: Public domain
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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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