1860s Georgetown Mass Small Cover w/ 3¢ Washington to Bucksport Maine

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Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

1860s

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Cover (Postal History)

Stamp Format

Single

Item Description

Key Features:

Charming small envelope mailed from Georgetown, Massachusetts, with clear JUL 29 circular date stamp (CDS)

Addressed to Miss M. B. Pond in Bucksport, Maine, in elegant 19th-century handwriting

Franked with a 3¢ rose George Washington stamp, Scott #65, tied by a bold barred cancellation

Original wax seal-style flap on back with blue gothic “R”, possibly indicating recipient’s surname

Compact size (approx. 10 x 6 cm), typical of ladies’ correspondence or private personal notes

Historical Context:
This delicate piece reflects the intimate nature of mid-19th-century correspondence, particularly among women, where envelopes were often smaller and decorated with personalized initials or symbols. The 3¢ Washington stamp paid the standard first-class domestic rate, and the Georgetown, Mass. CDS adds postal history value. Bucksport, ME was a thriving New England town during this time, connected by coastal and rail routes.

Condition:

Age toning and light foxing present throughout, common for the period

Stamp is intact, tied, and well-centered, with moderate cancellation

Envelope is complete and unsealed, with no letter enclosed

Decorative blue “R” wax-style seal on reverse is visually appealing and intact

Shipping & Handling:

Securely packed with protective sleeve and rigid backing

International shipping available upon request

Customs Notice:
For international buyers: any applicable customs duties or taxes are the responsibility of the recipient.

Seller Information

Seller

AdrianoCaulliraux (79)

Registered Since

11/18/2021

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Item Location

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil

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Worldwide

Returns Accepted

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