San Francisco California » localSan Francisco California | https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:06:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1 1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63 https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2026/09/1860s-san-francisco-california-local-carrier-cork-killer-postal-cover-scott-63/ https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2026/09/1860s-san-francisco-california-local-carrier-cork-killer-postal-cover-scott-63/#comments Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:04:41 +0000 https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2026/09/1860s-san-francisco-california-local-carrier-cork-killer-postal-cover-scott-63/
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63

1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
NOTE: STAMP PAIR HAS COME LOOSE FROM THE COVER BUT ARE UNDAMAGED. 1860s San Francisco Local Carrier Cover. This envelope was sent within the city of San Francisco, utilizing a specialized carrier service rather than the standard cross-country postal routes. Postmark: SAN FRANCISCO / APR / 13 / CAL. Cotter Esq / San Francisco. The Stamps: A vertical pair of 1-cent blue Benjamin Franklin stamps (Scott #63). These were issued starting in 1861. The 2-cent total paid for the “city carrier” rate, which was separate from the regular 3-cent “drop letter” or domestic rate. Historical Context: Before the U. San Francisco, with its rapidly growing population of merchants and gold-seekers, had one of the most active carrier systems in the country. The Recipient: Edward B. Cotter was a well-known San Francisco figure in the 1860s, appearing in city directories as a clerk and later associated with the local court system. Type: Hand-carved Cork “Killer”. Form: This specific design is a geometric or “petal” pattern. You can see four distinct lobes or “leaves” radiating from a central point, intended to thoroughly deface the stamps so they could not be reused. Method: Postmasters at the time often took a standard bottle cork and carved a unique design into the end with a penknife. Because these were handmade, no two are exactly alike, which makes “fancy cancels” a highly specialized area of collecting. Why San Francisco Cancels are Notable. San Francisco was famous for its wide variety of unique cork cancels during the 1860s. Ink Consistency: The oily, heavy black ink seen here was typical for the period; it was designed to soak into the paper fibers to prevent washing and re-use. At Electro Antiques, we are dedicated to rescuing, rediscovering, and restoring this history of electronics and computing, reviving and preserving it for future generations. We also specialize in signs, advertising, and some ephemera. All of our items are genuine, vintage or antique items, unless they are otherwise noted as a reproduction.
1860s San Francisco California Local Carrier Cork Killer Postal Cover Scott 63
]]> https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2026/09/1860s-san-francisco-california-local-carrier-cork-killer-postal-cover-scott-63/feed/ 0 ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2023/02/antioch-california-local-history-san-francisco-bay-coal-mines-railroads-maps/ https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2023/02/antioch-california-local-history-san-francisco-bay-coal-mines-railroads-maps/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2023 20:54:04 +0000 https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2023/02/antioch-california-local-history-san-francisco-bay-coal-mines-railroads-maps/
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps

ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
Antioch Unified School District, April 1972. Signed by author on flyleaf. Very good, tight binding, clean unmarked text. Scarce title, out of print. Local history of Antioch, California from 1800s. Illustrated, maps, fold out map, photographs. Fold out map of original city limits is printed upside down. ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps. This item is in the category “Books & Magazines\Books”. The seller is “machinebuffalo” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, China, Japan, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Hong Kong, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Sri Lanka, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion.
  • Author: Elise S. Benyo
  • Book Title: ANTIOCH TO THE TWENTIES
  • Language: English
  • Topic: Modern History, General, Local History, California, Antioch
  • Book Series: NONE
  • Format: Paperback
  • Publisher: Antioch Unified School District
  • Genre: Business, Economics & Industry, Geography, History, Local History
  • Publication Year: 1972
  • Original Language: English
  • Type: Paperback
  • Narrative Type: Nonfiction
  • Features: Illustrated
  • Edition: First Edition
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Personalize: No
  • Intended Audience: Adults, Young Adults
  • Ex Libris: No
  • Signed: Yes
  • Personalized: No
  • Signed By: Elise S. Benyo
  • Inscribed: No
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Era: 1970s
  • Number of Pages: 146

ANTIOCH California Local History San Francisco Bay Coal Mines Railroads Maps
]]> https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2023/02/antioch-california-local-history-san-francisco-bay-coal-mines-railroads-maps/feed/ 0 San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3 https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/05/san-francisco-california-city-letter-express-running-pony-frank-local-stamp-70l3/ https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/05/san-francisco-california-city-letter-express-running-pony-frank-local-stamp-70l3/#comments Tue, 18 May 2021 15:16:05 +0000 http://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/05/san-francisco-california-city-letter-express-running-pony-frank-local-stamp-70l3/
San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3
San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3
San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3

San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3
Franked Envelope , Running Pony canceled City Express Local scott #70L3 (thin). The item “San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3″ is in sale since Friday, February 12, 2021. This item is in the category “Stamps\United States\Covers\Postal History”. The seller is “calf.covers” and is located in Pollock Pines, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Topic: Express
  • Certification: Uncertified
  • Quality: Used
  • Grade: Ungraded
  • State: California
  • Place of Origin: United States

San Francisco California City Letter Express Running Pony Frank Local Stamp 70L3
]]> https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/05/san-francisco-california-city-letter-express-running-pony-frank-local-stamp-70l3/feed/ 0 1855 San Francisco California Penny Post Co 5 cent Blue Scott 34L4 Local Cover https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/04/1855-san-francisco-california-penny-post-co-5-cent-blue-scott-34l4-local-cover/ https://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/04/1855-san-francisco-california-penny-post-co-5-cent-blue-scott-34l4-local-cover/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2021 06:12:49 +0000 http://sanfranciscosanfrancisco.com/2021/04/1855-san-francisco-california-penny-post-co-5-cent-blue-scott-34l4-local-cover/
1855 San Francisco California Penny Post Co 5 cent Blue Scott 34L4 Local Cover

1855 San Francisco California Penny Post Co 5 cent Blue Scott 34L4 Local Cover
1855 San Francisco California Penny Post. 5 cent blue, un-cancelled, tied by addressing on buff cover to Fitchburg Mass. 5 cent blue stamp, ex-Knapp; signed Sloane as genuine at back. Cover addressed to Mrs. Sarah Haskell (Haskel) relative to Penny Post messenger. The item “1855 San Francisco California Penny Post Co 5 cent Blue Scott 34L4 Local Cover” is in sale since Thursday, December 31, 2020. This item is in the category “Stamps\United States\Covers\Postal History”. The seller is “calf.covers” and is located in Pollock Pines, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Topic: Local Post
  • Certification: Uncertified
  • Quality: Used
  • Grade: Ungraded
  • Color: Blue
  • Denomination: 5 Cent
  • State: California
  • Place of Origin: United States

1855 San Francisco California Penny Post Co 5 cent Blue Scott 34L4 Local Cover

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