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United States Meter Stamp, Type EC2.4

Name: United States Meter Stamp, Type EC2.4
Brand: United States

United States · 2016 · Metered

A rectangular meter stamp impression featuring 'US POSTAGE' at the top, 'P.B. METER' below it, and the date 'MAR 22 2016' along with the catalog type 'EC2.4' at the bottom. The design is functional and typical of machine-applied postage.

Meter stamps represent a modern method of postage payment, allowing businesses and individuals to print postage directly onto mailpieces using a specialized machine. This example from 2016 illustrates the continued use of this efficient system in the United States.

Printing Method

Digital

Themes

meter-stamp postage

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