# E1 (1885) Messenger, Special Delivery - Gold Replica

# E1 (1885) Messenger, Special Delivery - Gold Replica

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US 1885
SPECIAL DELIVERY ISSUES
 Running Messenger
Scott E1
 On October 1, 1885, the Special Delivery service was initiated.The Postal Department issued a 10c stamp to inaugurate the new service. Used in addition to regular postage required, this stamp paid for the immediate delivery of a letter within one mile of any other Special Delivery post office.
The Gold Electroplated replica commemorates this Special Delivery issue.