1927, 10¢ Motorcycle Messenger Special Delivery, Gray Violet, US (Scott #E15)
$20.00
This 1927, 10¢ Motorcycle Messenger Special Delivery, Gray Violet stamp belongs to the "Special Delivery" series issued by the U.S. Post Office Department in 1927. This specific issue (Scott #E15) was released to replace the 1922 deep blue version (Scott #E12) to eliminate confusion with other blue stamps of the era, such as the 5-cent definitive. This is a genuine 1927 issue. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history with this exceptional 1927, 10¢ Motorcycle Messenger Special Delivery stamp.
Technical Specifications
Catalog Number: Scott #E15.
Denomination: 10 cents (10¢).
Date of Issue: May 31, 1927.
Printing Method: Rotary Press.
Perforation: 11 x 10½.
Color: Violet.
Mintage: Special Delivery issue.
Subject: "Motorcycle Delivery." The design depicts a postal messenger loading mail into a motorcycle sidecar at a post office, symbolizing the speed of the service.
Condition Analysis
Status: Used and Uncertified
Sellers Grading: Extremely Fine
Obverse:
The violet color remains distinct.
Reverse:
The paper is clean and fresh. There is no gum (adhesive) present, indicating postal use. There are no hinge marks.
Centering / Margins:
Excellent!
Postmark: Beautiful wavy lines!
Other Findings:
The perforations appear intact on all sides. No tears, thins, or creases.
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