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| Scott Number | 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | August 14, 1850 |
| From City | Mobile |
| From State | AL |
| To City | Philadelphia |
| To State | PA |
| Addressee | E. S. Whelen & Co. |
| Cert Author | Holcombe |
| Cert # | 7040/92 |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 0 |
| Quantity 2 | 1 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
Lot 1018 2, 1847 10c Black, position 42R, tied on commercial folded letter by red grid cancel, red "Mobile Ala. Aug 14" cds, originated in New Orleans and addressed to Philadelphia, stamp well margined each side, Very Fine and choice; 1992 Peter Holcombe certificate (Scott $1,050)
H R Harmer sale 3045 realized 575
Alexander listed as 8/14/50
Peter Holcombe certificate 7040/92 (June 11/1992) – genuine use
Signed Ashbrook on reverse
H R Harmer sale 3045 realized 575
Alexander listed as 8/14/50
Peter Holcombe certificate 7040/92 (June 11/1992) – genuine use
Signed Ashbrook on reverse

