Paying for letter delivery. After introduction (1840) of Rowland Hills system

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Paying for letter delivery. After introduction (1840) of Rowland Hills system

Paying for letter delivery. After introduction (1840) of Rowland Hills system of pre-payment by adhesive stamps, payment by adddressee was superceded. In Germany this did not happen until after creation of German Empire in 1871. Chromolithograph published Germany 1871

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1840 1871 Chromolithograph Communication Creation Delivery Empire German Germany Hill Introduction Letter Mail Paying Post Published System Adhesive Happen Payment Rowland Stamps

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This chromolithograph, published in Germany in 1871, depicts the evolution of letter delivery payment systems. Prior to the introduction of Rowland Hill's innovative pre-payment system using adhesive stamps in 1840, individuals were required to pay for letter delivery upon receipt. However, this traditional method was superseded by Hill's revolutionary approach. Interestingly, it took until after the creation of the German Empire in 1871 for a similar transition to occur in Germany. While other countries had already embraced Hill's system, Germany held onto the old practice until this significant moment in its history. The image showcases an important milestone in communication and mail services. It serves as a reminder of how advancements can vary across nations and highlights the impact that administrative changes can have on everyday life. This historical print from Universal Images Group (UIG) provides valuable insight into the development of postal systems worldwide. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come since then and appreciate the convenience brought about by prepaid postage methods like adhesive stamps. Let this image transport you back to a time when paying for letter delivery was not standardized globally but rather varied depending on location and period.

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