Petrol rationing stamps, 1974 C016 / 8833
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Petrol rationing stamps, 1974 C016 / 8833
Petrol rationing stamps. Petrol (gasoline) ration stamps being inspected with a magnifying glass after being printed in the USA in response to the 1973 oil crisis. This crisis occurred when the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) declared an oil embargo during a period of hostilities between Israel and several Arab nations. Prices soared and forms of rationing implemented. These rationing stamps were printed but never used as the embargo was ended in March 1974. Photographed on 31 January 1974, at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Washington, DC, USA
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1900s 1970s 1973 1974 Examination Examining Gasoline George Washington Inspecting Inspection Magnified Magnifying Glass Middle East North American Official Printer Printing Quality Control Washington Dc
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment in history during the 1973 oil crisis. The image showcases a close-up view of petrol rationing stamps, meticulously inspected by an individual using a magnifying glass. These stamps were printed in response to the soaring prices and scarcity of gasoline caused by the oil embargo declared by the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC). Taken on January 31,1974, at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, DC, this official snapshot offers us a glimpse into the technological advancements and quality control measures employed during that era. The attention to detail is evident as every aspect of these ration stamps is examined under scrutiny. Although never utilized due to the end of the embargo in March 1974, these prints serve as tangible reminders of a time when petrol was scarce and its distribution tightly regulated. Against a backdrop of international tensions surrounding conflicts between Israel and several Arab nations, this photo encapsulates both historical significance and human ingenuity. The monochrome composition adds depth to this archival piece while emphasizing its vintage charm. It transports us back to an era defined by industrial progress intertwined with geopolitical complexities. As we examine this snapshot today, it serves as a poignant reminder not only of past challenges but also our continued reliance on fossil fuels for transportation purposes.
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