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Penny Black: the turbulent history of the short-lived stamp
Telegraph.co.uk Before the Penny Black, the world's first adhesive stamp, only the very rich could afford to use the post. Until 1840, letters were charged by the number of sheets written upon and the distanced travelled to send them – and the recipient, rather than … What is a Penny Black stamp? 7 of the world's most valuable stamps – and the … What is a Penny Black stamp? Google Doodle celebrates landmark British design What is a Penny Black stamp? Google Doodle celebrates anniversary |
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