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In philately a reprint is a new printing of a postage stamp from the original plates.〔Sutton, R.J. & K.W. Anthony. ''The Stamp Collector's Encyclopaedia''. 6th edition. London: Stanley Paul, 1966, p.205.〕 A reprint is to be distinguished from a new print which is not printed from the original medium. A reprint may or may not be valid as postage. == Background == While it is common for a postal service to add print runs as stocks are used up by the public, it is also the usual practice to only use a given design for a limited period of time so as to discourage forgery, and then to destroy the printing plates. Sometimes the authorities keep the plates on hand, and reuse them later. The reasons have included: * Problems with a new design, resulting in a sudden need for additional stamps * Additional copies for stamp collectors * Souvenirs for stamp shows, government meetings, etc. (these are often printed on cards rather than stamp paper) 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「postage stamp reprint」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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