Twopenny Post- Unpaid stamps — Charge marks "2"
When the TWOPENNY POST was introduced in 1801, all letters in the London area, whether received or for delivery, or for transfer to or from the General Post, were charged 2d. If the cost was not prepaid, a large handstruck '2' was applied to the front of the letter. This was applied only at one of the two Principal offices of the TWOPENNY POST, where the date stamp was also applied. These handstuck '2' marks were originally about 29mm high, but were later reduced to 22mm. Although basically similar, they varied in design
click here for details	Charge mark on letter dated 1833 with Old Broad Street Receiving House stamp, and the Chief office datestamp.
Unpaid stamps — Charge Marks "3" From 1805-1835, the 3d charge was made on letters received from, or for delivery to the Country area of the London TWOPENNY POST. Like the '2' the handstruck '3' was originally 29mm but also later reduced to 22mm.
click here for details	Charge mark on letter dated 1817 with Hanwell Receiving House stamp. This'3' is the 29mm stamp and is visibly different.
click here for details	Charge mark on letter dated 1829 with Peckham Receiving House stamp. This office was in all the Country Lists of 1794, 1811, 1828 and 1837. This '3' is 22mm
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