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The every day postage stamp. The most common of postal stamps issued by all countries in large number & usually issued for a long period of time. Definitives are smaller usually & are also issued in various denominations.
A larger stamp marking a special event or a distinguished personality. Printed in small number available for a brief period of time in sets or singles.
Commemorative stamps usually with some ornamental design or inscription.
Stamps printed for use by government departments.
Stamps used for taxation or revenue for non postal purposes. Court-fees, Telegraphic are also one form of fiscal stamps.