common1945-1980

United States Meter Stamp Type SPE-IE1(1)a

Name: United States Meter Stamp Type SPE-IE1(1)a
Brand: United States

United States · 1970 · Variable USD

A United States meter stamp of type SPE-IE1(1)a, representing a common design used by businesses and postal services to frank mail directly. This specific type is a catalog image for identification purposes.

Meter stamps revolutionized mail processing by allowing businesses to print postage directly onto envelopes, streamlining bulk mail operations and reducing the reliance on traditional adhesive stamps.

Printing Method

Digital

Themes

meter-stamp postal-history postal-indicia

Catalog Numbers

scottSPE-IE1(1)a

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.25

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.15

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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