The Fascinating History and Significance of Postmarks
A postmark is a mark or stamp made by a post office on mail to indicate the date and place of posting. It is usually a circular stamp with the name of the post office and the date, and is applied to the envelope or parcel before it is sent out. The postmark serves as proof of the date of mailing and can be used to determine the timeliness of the mail.
In addition to its practical use in mail delivery, postmarks have also become collectible items for philatelists, who collect and study them as a hobby. Some postmarks are rare or unique, and can be highly valuable to collectors.
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