“Lady of the Lightbulbs” Electright Light Inspection Stamp

September 29th, 2009

Design: American Bank Note Co Ottawa
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Date: 1900

This stamp was used on inspection reports of the electric wiring inside the house, and were issued in a variety of values. The lady is an allegory of Electricity. Similar stamps were made for gas inspection. The gas lady is not nearly as fascinating as this lady.

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