The Die Varieties of the Nesbitt Series of United States Envelopes

"The Die Varieties of the Nesbitt Series of United States Envelopes" by Victor Maximilian Berthold is a comprehensive handbook for stamp collectors that focuses on the Nesbitt series of envelopes from the mid-1800s in the United States. The text begins by noting that, despite the enthusiasm of envelope collectors, the technicalities of these die variations were often overlooked. The guide carefully examines the nuances of these envelopes, such as design features, inconsistencies, and the history behind their creation. Berthold describes how the dies evolved and how difficult it can be to tell them apart because the engravings vary. He also talks about what other collectors and experts have done before, points out where there is confusion, and explains that he wants to make things clearer by using hands-on methods and clear language for classifying these items. This resource acts as a guide and inspires both new and experienced collectors to confidently explore vintage American stamped envelopes.