United States Meter Stamp, Type ESY-BA5.8

United States · 2000 ·

This is an example of a digital impression from a Pitney Bowes postage meter, identified by the type 'ESY-BA5.8'. Meter stamps typically include the date, postage value, and city of origin, printed directly onto mail pieces or labels by the user.

Meter stamps represent a significant advancement in postal technology, allowing businesses and individuals to print postage on demand. They streamlined mail processing and reduced reliance on traditional adhesive stamps, becoming a ubiquitous part of modern postal systems.