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Vintage Circa 1860s US Poster Stamp McKay Sewing Machine Company License Stamp
$30.00
Seller:
Oldbrooklynguy (7171)
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description Grade: VF (Very Fine) Scarce Vintage Circa 1860s US Poster Stamp McKay Sewing Machine Company License Stamp Used 4 Margin CopyThis Is A Rare Early Private License ... Read More
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Scarce Vintage Circa 1860s US Poster Stamp McKay Sewing Machine Company License Stamp Used 4 Margin CopyThis Is A Rare Early Private License Stamp Issued By The McKay Sewing Machine Company. It Features A Central Image Of A Sewing Machine Shuttle In Blue-Green Ink, Surrounded By Ornamental Scrollwork. At The Top Corners Appear The Denomination “2” Indicating Two Cents. Around The Circular Frame Reads “McKAY SEW. MACH. CO. LICENSE STAMP PAT. AUG. 14 1860,” Referring To The Patent Date For McKay’s Sewing Machine Mechanism, Used Largely In Shoe Manufacturing. At The Bottom Margin Appears A Manuscript Control Number Written In Red Ink, Typical Of Such License Stamps That Were Affixed To Machines To Show Proper Licensing Of The Patent Rights. These Stamps Represent An Early Example Of American Patent And Revenue Stamps Used Privately By Companies Before National Revenue Stamp Systems Became Standard. Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): McKay Sew. Mach. Co. License Stamp Pat. Aug. 14 1860. 2. Country Of Origin: United States Year Of Issue: Circa 1860sThe McKay stitcher was a sewing machine created by inventor Lyman Reed Blake and improved by businessman and self-educated engineer Gordon McKay. Prior to the introduction of this stitcher, shoes were hand stitched in a time-consuming and piecemeal manner. The machine revolutionized the speed of footwear production by machine sewing the uppers to the soles. After the Civil War, having found his market in shoe machinery, Gordon McKay made all moves to retain his profits. In 1866, he designed a leasing system for the McKay machinery which demanded royalties for each pair of shoes made. The low cost of leasing the machines allowed manufacturers to engage in the production of shoes. This production in turn furthered Gordon McKay’s business as he secured a profit for each pair made by his machines. Special Thanks To And More Information At:We're Happy To Combine Shipping On Multiple Orders To Help You Save! Please Wait For A Combined Invoice Before Making Payment. Once Items Are Paid Separately, We Regret That Combined Shipping Discounts Can No Longer Be Applied.All Items Shipped Within The United States Are Sent By First Class Mail Using Hip Standard Envelope With Tracking. International Orders Are Shipped By United States Postal Service First Class Mail Without Tracking. In Both Cases, I Do Not Assume Responsibility For Loss Or Damage Once The Envelope Has Been Delivered To The Post Office. All International Shipments Are Photographed And Hand-Cancelled At The Post Office To Provide Proof Of Mailing. If You Would Prefer Your Item To Be Tracked And Insured, Please Contact Me In Advance So I May Provide The Cost For This Service. If You Are Not In Agreement With These Terms, Kindly Refrain From Placing An Order. Thank You For Your UnderstandingA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures! Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Scarce Vintage Circa 1860s US Poster Stamp McKay Sewing Machine Company License Stamp Used 4 Margin CopyThis Is A Rare Early Private License Stamp Issued By The McKay Sewing Machine Company. It Features A Central Image Of A Sewing Machine Shuttle In Blue-Green Ink, Surrounded By Ornamental Scrollwork. At The Top Corners Appear The Denomination “2” Indicating Two Cents. Around The Circular Frame Reads “McKAY SEW. MACH. CO. LICENSE STAMP PAT. AUG. 14 1860,” Referring To The Patent Date For McKay’s Sewing Machine Mechanism, Used Largely In Shoe Manufacturing. At The Bottom Margin Appears A Manuscript Control Number Written In Red Ink, Typical Of Such License Stamps That Were Affixed To Machines To Show Proper Licensing Of The Patent Rights. These Stamps Represent An Early Example Of American Patent And Revenue Stamps Used Privately By Companies Before National Revenue Stamp Systems Became Standard. Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): McKay Sew. Mach. Co. License Stamp Pat. Aug. 14 1860. 2. Country Of Origin: United States Year Of Issue: Circa 1860sThe McKay stitcher was a sewing machine created by inventor Lyman Reed Blake and improved by businessman and self-educated engineer Gordon McKay. Prior to the introduction of this stitcher, shoes were hand stitched in a time-consuming and piecemeal manner. The machine revolutionized the speed of footwear production by machine sewing the uppers to the soles. After the Civil War, having found his market in shoe machinery, Gordon McKay made all moves to retain his profits. In 1866, he designed a leasing system for the McKay machinery which demanded royalties for each pair of shoes made. The low cost of leasing the machines allowed manufacturers to engage in the production of shoes. This production in turn furthered Gordon McKay’s business as he secured a profit for each pair made by his machines. Special Thanks To And More Information At:We're Happy To Combine Shipping On Multiple Orders To Help You Save! Please Wait For A Combined Invoice Before Making Payment. Once Items Are Paid Separately, We Regret That Combined Shipping Discounts Can No Longer Be Applied.All Items Shipped Within The United States Are Sent By First Class Mail Using Hip Standard Envelope With Tracking. International Orders Are Shipped By United States Postal Service First Class Mail Without Tracking. In Both Cases, I Do Not Assume Responsibility For Loss Or Damage Once The Envelope Has Been Delivered To The Post Office. All International Shipments Are Photographed And Hand-Cancelled At The Post Office To Provide Proof Of Mailing. If You Would Prefer Your Item To Be Tracked And Insured, Please Contact Me In Advance So I May Provide The Cost For This Service. If You Are Not In Agreement With These Terms, Kindly Refrain From Placing An Order. Thank You For Your UnderstandingA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures! Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
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