13 July - Nesbitt envelope - USA issued its first postal envelope with an embossed stamp

 

In 1853, the United States issued its first postal envelope with an embossed stamp, known as the Nesbitt envelope. It featured an embossed 3-cent stamp design. The Nesbitt envelope was an innovation in postal stationery, providing a convenient and cost-effective option for sending mail.

The embossed stamp on the Nesbitt envelope eliminated the need for separate adhesive stamps, as the stamp was pre-printed and integrated into the envelope itself. This design helped simplify the mailing process for users.

The issuance of the Nesbitt envelope marked an important development in the history of postal services and philately in the United States. It was followed by subsequent issues of postal envelopes with embossed stamps in various denominations and designs.