B102-Antique1872 U.S CoverBrooklyn to London England Two 3¢ Washington Stamps, R
Title
Antique 1872 U.S. Cover Brooklyn to London England – Two 3¢ Washington Stamps, Red “PAID” & Transit Marks
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Category
Stamps > United States > Covers > 19th Century (1847–1899)
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Condition
Used / Antique – Good Condition
Original 1872 envelope with clear Brooklyn, N.Y. postmark (Dec 18) and London “PAID DE 31 72” receiving mark.
Features two green 3¢ George Washington stamps (Scott #147, 1870 Issue).
Normal age wear, slight soiling, edge creases, and partial seal remnants on reverse.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Year of Issue: 1872
Denomination: 3 Cents
Cancellation Type: Circular Date Stamp (Brooklyn, N.Y.)
Color: Green
Topic: Historical Postal History – Transatlantic Mail
Era: 19th Century
Certification: Uncertified
Features: Postmark, Paid Mark, Two 3¢ Stamps, Destination London England
Condition Description: Light wear consistent with age; clear readable postal markings; overall very good for 150+ years old
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Description
Beautiful example of an early U.S.–to–U.K. transatlantic cover mailed from Brooklyn, New York (Dec 18, 1872) to London, England, addressed to Miss Greaves, 28 Marylebone Street.
Franked with two 3¢ green George Washington stamps (Scott #147, Bank Note Issue) to make the 6¢ foreign letter rate of the time.
Red circular New York transit and London “PAID DE 31 72” receiving marks confirm overseas handling.
The envelope retains its original seal remnants on the back and displays lovely period handwriting.
A genuine piece of postal history showcasing 19th-century U.S.–British correspondence routes.
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Valuation
Philatelic/Collector Value (Estimated): £35–£60 depending on buyer interest, condition, and stamp centering.
Comparable Sales (2023–2024): Similar 1870s transatlantic covers with dual 3¢ Washingtons have sold between £30–£75.
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Recommended eBay Listing Price
Buy It Now (Fixed Price): £54.99
Auction Option: Start at £29.99 (7-day auction, reserve not required).
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