common1900-1945

United States Pitney Bowes Type PC-D3.3f Meter Stamp

Name: United States Pitney Bowes Type PC-D3.3f Meter Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1925 · Variable Cents

A United States meter stamp, specifically a Pitney Bowes Type PC-D3.3f, featuring the 'US POSTAGE' inscription and a variable cents denomination. The design is characteristic of early 20th-century postal metering devices.

Meter stamps revolutionized mail processing by allowing businesses to print postage directly, streamlining operations and providing a secure method for bulk mailing during the early to mid-20th century.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.