G. Carter's Despatch, 36L1, 2c Black, Tied with Manuscript Pen Cancel on Cover with Philadelphia Integral Rate Postpark
The stamp with full margins, appears to be the red washi variety, Position 2, identifiable by the separated letters and the connected bottom serifs of the A. The cover, addressed to Norristown, PA, entered the mails with blue "Philada. Pa., 5, Aug 4" integral rate post mark (Clarke 74a), with 1849 docketing at left....
Winter 2026 Sale -Day 2
By: Americana Stamps
Americana Stamps Winter 2026 Sale -Day 2
We are excited to present the Winter 2026 Sale, our first auction of the year and a continued step in our ongoing effort to improve the Americana Stamps auction experience for collectors.
We have made several improvements to our auction platform designed to help bidders feel confident and well informed as they explore the sale.
As you browse the listings, you will notice a “Verified” icon next to items accompanied by certificates. In this sale, more than 400 lots are accompanied by Philatelic Foundation certifications.
As always, the sale is designed to serve both the collector and the researcher. Whenever available, you can expect:
✔ High-resolution imagery of all aspects of the item
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For those attending the San Diego Stamp Show, we are pleased to offer in-person preview of all lots from this sale, providing an opportunity to examine the material up close and speak directly with the auction team.
Whether you are bidding with a specific goal in mind or simply enjoying the opportunity to study exceptional material, we invite you to explore the Winter 2026 Sale and join us for the first live auction of the year.
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Lot #3121 - locals G. Carter's Despatch
Lot #3122 - locals G. Carter's Despatch
G. Carter's Despatch, 36L1, Variety 3, 2c Black, Tied by Manuscript Cancel On 1849 Folded Letter Right Margin Stamp
Blue 5c Philadelphia Aug 4 datestamp. Letter datelined August 2, 1849, mentioning “The penny post closes in a few minutes... so I must close."
Lot #3123 - locals G. Carter's Despatch
G. Carter's Despatch, 36L1, 2c Black, Tied by Manuscript "X" on New York & Philadelphia Railroad Cover One of Only Two Recorded Railroad Agent Markings
1850 folded letter Philadelphia to Rahway N.J., with "New York & Phila. R.R. 7 Jan" railroad circular datestamp and matching "5." The letter was brought by Carter's to the railroad route agent, cancelled on arrival in New York City, where it entered the regular mails as an unpaid...
Lot #3124 - locals G. Carter's Despatch
G. Carter’s Despatch, 36L1, 2c Black, Left Margin Copy, Plate #3, Position, Tied by Manuscript "X" on 1849 Folded Letter to St. Louis
May 9, 1849 folded letter regarding status of account.
Lot #3125 - locals G. Carter's Despatch
G. Carter's Despatch, 36L1, 2c Black, Four Huge Margins, Manuscript "X" Cancel, on Small Ladies Embosseid Cover "Remember Me...When On Thy Way" Label on Reverse
The stamp with four huge margins with part of adjacent stamp visible at left.







