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title: "What is the difference between gummed envelopes and self seal envelopes?"
description: "A gummed envelope is the traditional style envelope with a water soluble gum strip that you lick to seal the envelope. Gummed mailing envelopes also have the s"
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timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
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# What is the difference between gummed envelopes and self seal envelopes?

A gummed envelope is the traditional style envelope with a water soluble gum strip that you lick to seal the envelope. Gummed mailing envelopes also have the s

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