United States F2A Meter Stamp

United States · 1930 · 3 cents

A red meter stamp featuring a circular postmark with 'NEW YORK N.Y.' and the date 'DEC 19 1930', alongside a rectangular indicium stating 'U.S. POSTAGE PAID 3 CENTS'.

Meter stamps like the F2A type represented a significant advancement in postal technology, enabling businesses to efficiently process large volumes of mail by printing postage directly onto envelopes, improving efficiency and security.