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The Story of the World's First Postage Stamp: The Penny Black

The Penny Black, issued in Great Britain in 1840, revolutionized communication. Featuring a profile of Queen Victoria, this adhesive paper enabled pre-payment of postage, simplifying postal operations and making mail delivery more... Read more »