uncommonpre-1900

Running Messenger Special Delivery Stamps

Name: Running Messenger Special Delivery Stamps
Brand: United States

United States · 1885 · 10¢

Two 10-cent Special Delivery stamps, both depicting a running messenger carrying a letter, representing Type I and Type II variations of the design.

These stamps were issued for the Special Delivery service in the United States, providing expedited mail delivery for an additional fee, a premium service introduced in 1885.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

special-delivery messenger service

Catalog Numbers

scottE1, E2

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