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United States Meter Stamp
common1945-1980

United States Meter Stamp

United States · 1950 ·

A meter stamp is a postage indicium printed directly onto mail by a franking machine, indicating prepayment of postage. These stamps are widely used by businesses and organizations for efficient bulk mailings.

Meter stamps emerged in the early 20th century as a significant innovation in postal services, streamlining mail processing for businesses and offering an alternative to traditional adhesive stamps.

Printing Method

Digital

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$9
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$3
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$2

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