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Hand-Written "Rec'd" & "Ans'd" Dates On Covers Question

 
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solomons_prayer
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Hey everyone.
I'm assuming that when I see these written "received" and/or "answered" dates on a classic cover, it is done so by the post officer since the cover usually lacks a corresponding hand-stamp (usually found on the reverse).
Is this correct?

If so, how much weight does it have, if any, when an expert examines, then certifies it?

Thank you
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solomons_prayer
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Basically, do examiners often use these to determine a date of use if the cancel itself isn't enough?
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orstampman
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Manuscript markings such as "answered" and "received", etc., are most likely by the recipient of the mail item, not the Postmaster. Older envelopes often do not have any receiving markings on the back.
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solomons_prayer
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Got it! Thank you orstampman.
I ask not for the cover above (which is only used as a reference), but in general, could it be used as legitimate evidence when expertizing a cover?
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solomons_prayer
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For example, if you had a stamp on cover with a year-less postmark, but a scribbling like the one above, and let's say it signified an early usage of the stamp, would experts use it as verification? Would it be worth sending it in for a cert?
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Yes, if the docketing appears to be in period ink, and writing style, it is often used to date an item.
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solomons_prayer
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Thank you for the confirmation, txstamp! That is incredibly useful information
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John Becker
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A good expertiser, like a good postal historian, will consider all the aspects of a cover in reaching a final conclusion. There is no magic formula for "how much weight" to be given to any facet. One faked facet can sink an item.
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