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On this day in 1840 the Penny Black, the world's first postage stamp, came into use! Historically, the recipient had to to pay on delivery, the price depending on the number of sheets of paper and the distance travelled. The Penny Black meant postage cost just one penny, regardless of distance.

May 6, 2025, 11:04 AM

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