USA Meter Stamp, Type AR-FPO5.1C

United States of America · 2018 · $0.50

A rectangular meter stamp featuring 'US POSTAGE' at the top, a barcode in the center, 'PITNEY BOWES' below it, and the denomination '0.50' in the upper right corner. The design is simple and functional, typical of machine-applied postage.

Meter stamps represent a modern method of postage payment, allowing for efficient, machine-printed postage directly onto mail. This 2018 example reflects the continued use of such systems for commercial and bulk mailing in the United States.