uncommonpre-1900

Running Messenger Special Delivery stamps two types

Name: Running Messenger Special Delivery stamps two types
Brand: United States

United States · 1885 · 2¢

Composite image of two types of Running Messenger Special Delivery stamps

This stamp was issued in 1885. Composite image of two types of Running Messenger Special Delivery stamps

Printing Method

Typographed

Themes

postal-history

Image: American Bank Note Company; Composite photo and imaging by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Gwillhickers" title="User:Gwillhickers"><i>Gwillhickers</i></a> · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$336

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$201

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$112

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$56

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$22

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.