Annapolis Md., 2c Blue
Handstamp (2XU1 var) Bold strike of negative Eagle in Circle handstamp
on folded cover to local addressee, ms. "Drop 2" at top right, minor
vertical file foldsVERY FINE. A RARE EXAMPLE OF THE ANNAPOLIS POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL MARKING USED AS A POSTMARK ON A LOCALLY-ADDRESSED DROP-RATE COVER.
The Scott Catalogue notes that "Similar circular design in blue without numeral or "Paid" is known to have been used as a postmark." (Image)
Baltimore Md., 5c Black
(3X1). Large margins to in with complete framelines at sides, tied by
penstrokes, blue "Baltimore Md. Oct. 19" circular datestamp with matching
"Paid" handstamp on blue 1846 folded cover to Winchester Va., light
vertical file fold well clear of adhesiveVERY FINE EXAMPLE OF THE 5-CENT BALTIMORE POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL ON WHITE PAPER.
No. 12 in the Hayes census. (Image)
Baltimore Md., 5c Blue entire
(3XU1). Clear strikes of provisional markings, matching "Baltimore Md.
Jul. 7" circular datestamp on buff entire to Reading Pa., central toned
spot from wax sealVERY FINE EXAMPLE OF THE 5-CENT BLUE BALTIMORE PROVISIONAL ENTIRE.
No. 30 in the Hayes census. (Image)