USA Meter Stamp, Type SPE-PC-B4.2

United States · 2018 · Variable (meter stamp)

A rectangular meter stamp impression featuring 'US POSTAGE' at the top, 'PITNEY BOWES' and 'P.B. METER' in the center, and the date 'DEC 16 2018' with 'NEW YORK, NY' at the bottom. A barcode-like pattern is visible on the right side.

Meter stamps like this represent a modernization of postal services, allowing for efficient, on-demand postage printing by businesses and individuals, reducing the need for physical adhesive stamps.