Correspondence Collection (#8)

5c Postage Due specimen overprint single, 1884. Creator: Unknown
5c Postage Due specimen overprint single, 1884

3c Postage Due single, 1879. Creator: Unknown
3c Postage Due single, 1879

2c Andrew Jackson State Department special printing single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
2c Andrew Jackson State Department special printing single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

1c Franklin Justice Department special printing single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
1c Franklin Justice Department special printing single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

1c Franklin Interior Department special printing single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
1c Franklin Interior Department special printing single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

Post Office seal, 1892. Creator: National Bank Note Company
Post Office seal, 1892

Post Office seal, 1879. Creator: National Bank Note Company
Post Office seal, 1879

25c Thomas Jefferson postage currency, 1862. Creator: Unknown
25c Thomas Jefferson postage currency, 1862

5c Ulysses S. Grant single, 1890. Creator: Unknown
5c Ulysses S. Grant single, 1890

10c Washington single, 1855. Creator: Unknown
10c Washington single, 1855

3c Washington single, 1851. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington single, 1851

10c Washington type IV single, 1857. Creator: Unknown
10c Washington type IV single, 1857

24c General Winfield Scott Treasury Department single, 1873. Creator: Unknown
24c General Winfield Scott Treasury Department single, 1873

3c Washington essay, 1851. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington essay, 1851. Essay prepared by Draper, Welsh, & Co

30c Shield, Eagle and Flags G Grill single, 1869. Creator: Unknown
30c Shield, Eagle and Flags G Grill single, 1869

3c Washington "Specimen"overprint single, 1861. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington " Specimen" overprint single, 1861

10c Washington single, 1847. Creator: Unknown
10c Washington single, 1847. 10c black stamp appears unused

3c Washington imperforate strip of three, c. 1852. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington imperforate strip of three, c. 1852. Strip of 3 of the dull red 3c stamp

3c Washington type III block of five, 1860. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington type III block of five, 1860. Block of 5 cancelled with June 15, 1861 San Francisco cds

90c Abraham Lincoln G Grill single, 1869. Creator: Unknown
90c Abraham Lincoln G Grill single, 1869. Unused

50c Recall of Columbus block of four, 1893. Creator: Unknown
50c Recall of Columbus block of four, 1893. Columbian Exposition issue

8c Columbus Restored to Favor block of four, 1893. Creator: Unknown
8c Columbus Restored to Favor block of four, 1893. Columbian Exposition issue

1c Columbus in Sight of Land block of four, 1893. Creator: Unknown
1c Columbus in Sight of Land block of four, 1893. 1c Columbian Exposition issue

$3 Victory Newspapers and Periodicals single, 1879. Creator: Unknown
$3 Victory Newspapers and Periodicals single, 1879

36c Justice Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
36c Justice Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

24c Justice Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
24c Justice Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

4c Statue of Freedom Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
4c Statue of Freedom Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. Mint single; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at

6c Statue of Freedom Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
6c Statue of Freedom Newspapers and Periodicals imprint single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition

25c Abraham Lincoln Newspapers and Periodicals trial color proof, 1865. Creator: Unknown
25c Abraham Lincoln Newspapers and Periodicals trial color proof, 1865. 25-cents, blue green; die on india? Paper

5c Washington Newspapers and Periodicals trial color proof, 1865. Creator: Unknown
5c Washington Newspapers and Periodicals trial color proof, 1865. 5-cents, blue green; die on india? Paper

3c Washington City Despatch local post stamp, 1842. Creator: Unknown
3c Washington City Despatch local post stamp, 1842

10c Postage Due single, 1879. Creator: Unknown
10c Postage Due single, 1879

1c Franklin type IV single, 1852. Creator: Unknown
1c Franklin type IV single, 1852. 1c blue type IV recut once top and bottom unused

90c Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry single, June 25, 1875. Creator: Unknown
90c Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry single, June 25, 1875

Letter from Vice President Al Gore and his wife Tipper Gore to Carl Lewis, December 16
African-American track and field athlete Carl Lewis (born 1961) won nine Olympic gold medals, one Olympic silver medal, and 10 World Championships medals, including eight gold

Letter from US Representative Tom DeLay to Carl Lewis, August 27, 1996. Creator: Unknown
African-American track and field athlete Carl Lewis (born 1961) won nine Olympic gold medals, one Olympic silver medal, and 10 World Championships medals, including eight gold

Letter from US Representative Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr. to Carl Lewis, August 14, 1996
African-American track and field athlete Carl Lewis (born 1961) won nine Olympic gold medals, one Olympic silver medal, and 10 World Championships medals, including eight gold

An elegant lady writing at her desk, with a dog beside her (oil on panel)
CH448300 An elegant lady writing at her desk, with a dog beside her (oil on panel) by Metsu, Gabriel (1629-67); 33.2x39.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Portrait of a Lady, helf-length, holding a case of quills before a ledge, (oil on panel)
990218 Portrait of a Lady, helf-length, holding a case of quills before a ledge, (oil on panel) by SchAopfer, Hans, the Elder (c.1505-69); 68x50.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Tabletop with Violin, (oil on canvas)
985285 Tabletop with Violin, (oil on canvas) by Peto, John Frederick (1854-1907); 76.2x114.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tabletop with Violin. John Frederick Peto (1854-1907). Oil on canvas

Autograph letter to Melchor Fernandez Alamgro, Granada, late January 1926
957196 Autograph letter to Melchor Fernandez Alamgro, Granada, late January 1926 (pen & ink and crayon on paper) (see also 957195) by Garcia Lorca

The Cavalier (oil on panel)
615707 The Cavalier (oil on panel) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 40.3x27 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Letter from The Complete Dossier of the Meeting of the Bar du Chateau
475039 Letter from The Complete Dossier of the Meeting of the Bar du Chateau, 19th February, 1929 (pen & ink on paper) (see also 475036 to 475040) by Crevel

Letter to Felix Bracquemond, October 1880 (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
3927239 Letter to Felix Bracquemond, October 1880 (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 20.2x12.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter in which Manet)

Letter from Mayor John Reyburn to librarian John Thomson approving of Horace Trumbauer as
3930746 Letter from Mayor John Reyburn to librarian John Thomson approving of Horace Trumbauer as architect of the Main Library Building, June 1, 1911 (print) by Reyburn, John E

Page 1, Letter from Abigail Adams to John Adams, 31 March - 5 April 1776 (ink on paper)
3427857 Page 1, Letter from Abigail Adams to John Adams, 31 March - 5 April 1776 (ink on paper) by American School, (18th century); Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston, MA

Letter written by Isaac Newton, 28 November 1679 (pen & ink on paper)
3849890 Letter written by Isaac Newton, 28 November 1679 (pen & ink on paper) by Newton, Isaac (1642-1727); Trinity College, Cambridge

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"Capturing the Essence of Correspondence: A Journey Through Time" In a world where instant messaging dominates, let us take a moment to appreciate the beauty and significance of correspondence. From handwritten letters to heartfelt greetings cards, these artifacts hold stories that transcend time. "The Letter" by Rex Whistler transports us back to the 20th century, reminding us of an era when words were carefully crafted on paper. It speaks volumes about the emotions conveyed through ink strokes and delicate penmanship. The old mailbox at Lincoln post office in Lincoln, New Mexico stands as a testament to countless exchanges between loved ones separated by distance. Each letter dropped within its metal embrace carried hopes, dreams, and connections waiting to be rekindled. Page 2 of Abigail Adams' letter to John Adams from 1776 showcases her eloquence in expressing her thoughts during a pivotal period in history. This ink-stained piece holds glimpses into their intimate conversations amidst revolutionary times. A WW2 greetings card sent by Corporal Joan Pearson reminds us of the power of connection even during times of conflict. These small tokens held immense value for soldiers far away from home, offering solace and support amidst chaos. John Hampden's letter to Colonel Bulstrode after the Battle of Edgehill takes us back even further - all the way to 1642. The artist himself captures this historical moment with his own hand; it is both a personal account and an artistic masterpiece. Frederick Childe Hassam's "The Writing Desk" immerses us in 1915 America - an era marked by elegance and sophistication. This painting depicts not just a desk but also serves as a window into an entire culture built upon written communication. Arabella Stuart's letter to Countess Shrewsbury provides insight into aristocratic life during the late 16th-early 17th century. Frederick George Netherclift brings this exchange alive through his artistic interpretation, allowing us to glimpse into their world.