Americana Stamps

Lot #: 5008

1851-1857, #10a 3c Orange-Brown, Tied on John C. Fremont 1856 Presidential Campaign Cover

1851-1857 3c Orange-Brown tied by blue Oct 9 Acton, Mass cds.
The enclosed letter is dated 1856. Letter mentions the Fremont Club.

This "Campaign" cover is one of the earliest types of advertising covers. It was used to rouse up interest for General Fremont in the 1856 Presidential campaign. He stood as a Republican against Fillmore (American party) a previous President and Buchanan (Democrat) who was elected.

Like Bischel 244, Walcott 533. Portrait facing left, black design with "Putnam Brothers Publishers" imprint below.

Opening: $120
Estimate: $200 - $300
Category: US Stamps and Postal History, US 19th Century
Catalogue: Scott 10a