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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 5, 1848 |
| From City | Philadelphia |
| From State | PA |
| To City | Providence |
| To State | RI |
| Addressee | Wm. Field |
| Cert Author | PF |
| Cert # | 573652 |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 1 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
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Lot 1129 5c Blackish Brown, Dot in "S" (1a var). Deep rich color and early impression, full margins, scissors-cut in upper right margin well outside stamp design, tied by two strikes of blue "Philada Pa. 5cts. May 5" (1848) integral-rate circular datestamp on folded letter to Providence R.I., Very Fine
Robert A. Siegel sale 1230 realized 350 (image)
Not listed in Alexander
Robert A. Siegel sale 1241 lot 1041 realized 375
PF 573652 GENUINE USAGE, THE STAMP WITH A CREASE IN THE RIGHT MARGIN WHICH IS A TEAR AT ITS TOP
The Providence Tool Company was the outgrowth of the business ventures of two brothers. In 1834, Joseph and Jeremiah Arnold began manufacturing nuts and washers in Pawtucket. When Joseph retired, Jeremiah joined William Field, named their business William Field & Co., and moved to Providence in 1846. In April 1847 the name was changed to the Providence Tool Company.
The company is known for its ammunition production. However, in its early years, it primarily made hammers, pick axes, marlinspikes, nuts, and bolts. In 1856 it merged with the Providence Forge and Nut Company. The Providence Tool Company was successful in supplying machine parts and tools across the nation.
Robert A. Siegel sale 1230 realized 350 (image)
Not listed in Alexander
Robert A. Siegel sale 1241 lot 1041 realized 375
PF 573652 GENUINE USAGE, THE STAMP WITH A CREASE IN THE RIGHT MARGIN WHICH IS A TEAR AT ITS TOP
The Providence Tool Company was the outgrowth of the business ventures of two brothers. In 1834, Joseph and Jeremiah Arnold began manufacturing nuts and washers in Pawtucket. When Joseph retired, Jeremiah joined William Field, named their business William Field & Co., and moved to Providence in 1846. In April 1847 the name was changed to the Providence Tool Company.
The company is known for its ammunition production. However, in its early years, it primarily made hammers, pick axes, marlinspikes, nuts, and bolts. In 1856 it merged with the Providence Forge and Nut Company. The Providence Tool Company was successful in supplying machine parts and tools across the nation.
