Mint Scott #QE1 #QE2 #QE3 #QE4 Curated Set - US Special Handling Stamp Set
Presented In Trimmed Album Page
$300.00
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Scott #QE1–QE4 – 1925–1955 Special Handling Stamps – Complete Mint Back-of-Book Series
This curated mint grouping features all four values of the Special Handling Issue (Scott QE1–QE4), an engraved Back-of-Book series issued between 1925 and 1955. These deep-green stamps were created for parcels requiring first-class handling, a unique service designed to give fragile or time-sensitive items priority treatment within the evolving U.S. postal system. Collectors appreciate the series for its bold typography, classic engraved detail, and its distinct place within mid-century postal operations.
More About This Grouping
Each stamp carries the horizontal "SPECIAL HANDLING" design framed by ornate scrollwork, with denominations representing the full run of the series:
• QE1 – 25¢
• QE2 – 10¢
• QE3 – 15¢
• QE4 – 20¢
All four stamps in the set are in mint condition, selected for their color strength, clear impressions, and pleasing presentation. They are displayed on a trimmed album page, giving buyers the flexibility to mount them in a Back-of-Book album, incorporate them into a rate-history collection, or store them in protective stock as received. This version of the set differs from other offerings on our site, as it is not canceled or paper-mounted and is composed entirely of clean mint examples.
The image shown is representative. Multiple curated mint sets are available, each comparable in quality and overall appearance. Some sets may include minor selvage or a plate number; slight variations in margins or sheet position may occur, but all adhere to the same collector-grade selection standards.
The Special Handling series remains a favorite among Back-of-Book specialists and collectors of engraved designs. Because the service was discontinued in 1955, QE1–QE4 serve as the sole engraved record of this postal classification, offering both historical relevance and visual appeal in a cohesive format.
An EZStamp-style grading summary can be provided upon request. This is not an authentication certificate but offers a standardized overview of centering, color, and general condition for reference.
For philatelic collecting and display. Not sold for postal use.
