plate block en · NOUN
Meanings
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A block of stamps from the edge of the sheet which shows the plate from which the stamps were printed.
I gave up plate blocks long ago, but still obtain PNC's - but only one of each issue and without regard to the particular number.
1997 June 18, R Sumner, “Re: Why collect new U.S.?”, in rec.collecting.stamps (Usenet):
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| plate blocks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |