Adams Express, Examples Of Early CC

The Western Branch of the Adams & Co was started in November September of 1849.

The company discontinued in Feb’y 23, 1855.

Some of the earliest types of Adams & Co franks are –
A – A shield                                               Preliminary Types
B – A circular seal
C – A picture of Mercury

A.

Color Red – on plain buff envelopes. Date 1852

B

Color dark blue on plain buff envelope – Date Mrh 5, 1853

C
(see pg. 28)