What does postmarked mail look like

Postmarked mail typically has a small mark or stamp on the envelope or package that indicates the date and location where it was processed by the postal service. This mark is usually in the form of a rectangular or circular stamp, and it may include the following information:

1. Postmark date: The date when the mail was processed, usually in the format of month/day/year (e.g., "MAR 12 2023").
2. Postmark location: The city, state, or zip code where the mail was processed, often abbreviated (e.g., "LOS ANGELES, CA 90001").
3. Postmark symbol: A small icon or logo that represents the postal service or the specific post office where the mail was processed.

Here are some examples of what postmarked mail might look like:

• A rectangular stamp with the postmark date and location, such as:
  • "MAR 12 2023 / LOS ANGELES, CA 90001"
• A circular stamp with the postmark date and location, such as:
  • "12 MAR 2023 / LOS ANGELES, CA 90001"
• A small icon or logo, such as a USPS (United States Postal Service) eagle or a post office logo, accompanied by the postmark date and location, such as:
  • "USPS / MAR 12 2023 / LOS ANGELES, CA 90001"

Postmarked mail can be found on various types of mail, including:

• Letters and postcards
• Packages and parcels
• Envelopes and packages with special handling or delivery requirements (e.g., certified mail, registered mail, or priority mail)
• Mail sent from the United States Postal Service (USPS) or other postal services around the world

Keep in mind that not all mail is postmarked, especially if it's sent via electronic means (e.g., email) or if it's processed through a private courier service.