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The Constitution Letterhead
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Letterhead of two hands clasping in front of the American Constitution. The American flag, stars and a fasces are behind the constitution with bunting below. Image printed in the upper left corner in red and blue ink.
May 30, 1861
United States. Post Office Department
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W0129XF
WHi 132584
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