TF77A Series of 1872 Provisional, Manufactured Tobacco Stamp $12.80

$150.00

Use of stamps to show payment of taxes on tobacco was made mandatory by an Act of the 40th Congree approved July 20, 1868. Prior to that date various procedures had been used in collecting taxes, principally by monthly statement under oath. Tax rate, at inception of stamp use, was 16c per pound on tobacco with stems, and 32c per pound on tobacco without stems.

Additional information

Springer Catalog Number

TF77A

Condition

VF used

Denomination

$6.40

Paper

gray silk

Series

1872 Provisional

Cancel

punch, manuscript

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