1987 Daniel Carroll Takes Seat at Convention

 Cover Celebrates Carroll's Contribution to US Constitution

Own this cover marking the bicentennial of the document that framed America’s government.  It commemroates Daniel Carroll, who arrived as a Maryland delegate to the Constitutional Convention on July 9, 1787.  He brought stability to the fiery Maryland delegation.

The Marlboro, Maryland, postmark pays tribute to Carroll's hometown.  The cover features a Maryland Tercentenary stamp (#736) and a Flag Over the Capitol stamp.

This cover is part of a series issued in honor of the Bicentennial of the Constitution.  Begin your mini-collection of these covers today.