Publisher's Synopsis
History Of The Postage Stamps Of The United States Of America is a book written by John Kerr Tiffany in 1887. The book is a comprehensive study of the postage stamps used in the United States of America from the time of their introduction to the date of publication. It covers the history of the stamps, their design, production, and usage, as well as the various changes and modifications that were made over the years.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the history of postage stamps in the United States. The first chapter provides an overview of the early postal system in America and the need for postage stamps. The subsequent chapters delve into the design and production of the stamps, including the role of various artists and engravers in creating the designs.The book also covers the various issues and controversies that arose during the production and usage of the stamps, such as counterfeiting and postal fraud. Additionally, it provides a detailed analysis of the various types of stamps used in the United States, including the different denominations, colors, and designs.Overall, History Of The Postage Stamps Of The United States Of America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of postage stamps and the postal system in the United States. It provides a comprehensive overview of the development of stamps in America and the various factors that influenced their design and usage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
