1893 Hurst And Co New York 2 Cent Columbian Stamp Postal Cover Oswego NY For Sale

Original 1893 mailed advertising envelope from Hurst & Co., Publishers and Booksellers, 134 and 136 Grand Street, New York, featuring a printed return address and an original two cent Columbian Exposition postage stamp. The cover was mailed from New York and addressed to Pub. Gazette in Oswego, New York. The reverse bears an Oswego New York receiving postmark dated March 24, 1893, along with several handwritten names and notes. This interesting nineteenth century postal history item combines Hurst & Co. publishing and bookselling history with an 1893 Columbian stamp and identifiable New York postal markings. An appealing original piece for collectors of Hurst & Co., antique advertising covers, New York publishing history, Oswego New York ephemera, Columbian Exposition stamps, and nineteenth century postal history. Condition includes age toning, folds, creases, tears, edge wear, handwriting, postal markings, and other handling wear consistent with age and postal use. Please review all photographs carefully for exact condition.

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