Americana Stamps

Lot #: 3036

Red New York City Clam Shell, Dash Variety, 1804 Folded Letter

Late Usage

Red New York City Clam Shell, Mar 17, dash variety, on folded letter docketed March 15th, 1804 from "East Chester" to Attica, NY.

This is a very late usage of the red clam shell. Calvet Hahn records latest use as March 22, 1804, only 5 days later.

Opening: $240
Estimate: $400 - $600
Category: US Stampless, New York City Clamshell