1851 stampless folded letter sent from Washington, D.C., to Port Tobacco, Maryland. Cover has red "Washington DC PMK 1 Jul" and "PAID 3" handstamps. This folded letter was sent on the first day of the 3c rate for mail sent under 3,000 miles. An outstanding piece of postal history! Includes 2006 Philatelic Foundation Certificate.
1851 stampless folded letter sent from Washington, D.C., to Port Tobacco, Maryland. Cover has red "Washington DC PMK 1 Jul" and "PAID 3" handstamps. This folded letter was sent on the first day of the 3c rate for mail sent under 3,000 miles. An outstanding piece of postal history! Includes 2006 Philatelic Foundation Certificate.