USA Meter Stamp, Type SPE-NA2.2B

United States · 2019 · First-Class Mail

A red meter stamp impression featuring 'US POSTAGE' and 'FIRST-CLASS MAIL' with 'PITNEY BOWES' branding. It includes a postmark indicating Pittsburgh, PA, dated February 16, 2019.

Meter stamps like this represent the widespread adoption of automated postage payment systems by businesses and postal services, offering efficiency over traditional adhesive stamps. This modern example reflects the continued use of such technology in the 21st century.