Italy postage stamps year 1925 40c – Posta pneumatica MNH pair
The Italy 1925 40 cent postage stamp for “Posta Pneumatica” is part of a pneumatic mail system used in cities like Rome, Milan, and Turin for rapid mail movement through pneumatic tubes. This 40c stamp was issued during the fifth issue in March 1925, as an emergency issue reflecting an increase in pneumatic postage rates, and was valid until June 1927. These stamps were printed in typographic style originally, then later switched to photogravure with a design change. The 40c denomination is typically dark purple or reddish brown in color.
The stamp is cataloged as Michel #229 and Scott #D14. It is collectible in both mint and lightly hinged conditions. This type of stamp has historical significance as it supported a unique urban postal infrastructure in Italy.
Key details:
- Issued: 1925
- Denomination: 40 centesimi
- Purpose: Pneumatic mail system postage
- Validity: Until June 1927
- Printing: Initially typographic, later photogravure
- Colors: Dark purple or reddish brown variants
- Catalog references: Michel #229, Scott #D14
- Usage: Rapid mail dispatch in cities via pneumatic tubes
This stamp category is well documented with collectible market listings available for mint and used conditions.
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