uncommon1945-1980

United States Meter Stamp: Type PV-D1 Promotional Label

Name: United States Meter Stamp: Type PV-D1 Promotional Label
Brand: United States
Availability: InStock

United States · 1965 · None

This image depicts a United States meter stamp, specifically a Type PV-D1 promotional label. It features the 'ZIPSTER' slogan, likely promoting the use of ZIP codes.

Meter stamps revolutionized postal services by allowing businesses to print postage directly. The 'ZIPSTER' slogan reflects the introduction of ZIP codes in 1963, a major initiative to streamline mail delivery in the United States.

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meter-stamp postal-history promotional-label zip-code

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.