Monday, September 3, 2018

Spero's Curio Emporium saw this and thought of you!

 

The world's first adhesive postage stamp, the British "Penny Black" in mint condition on an old paper background. The stamp was issued in London on May 1, 1840. Before that time, it was normal to pay for postage upon receipt of a letter.

 
 
 
Penny Black Postage Stamp
 

Penny Black Postage Stamp

Artwork designed by SperosCurioEmporium. Made by Artsy Couture in Hunt Valley, Maryland. Sold by Zazzle.

 
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