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GB RPSL PB-CORRESP-LB-101103-13-129
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Discussion on Postage Stamp Security and Plate Alteration Proposal
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Summary: This page discusses concerns about the security of postage stamps against forgery, referencing debates in the House of Commons and proposing alterations to stamp plates to prevent fraud. It also considers the practical implications of implementing these changes, such as increased labor and time, and suggests further improvements to the obliterating stamp design.
