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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | July 27, 1848 |
| From City | New Haven |
| From State | CT |
| To City | Philadelphia |
| To State | PA |
| Addressee | Charnley & Whelen |
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| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 1 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1847, 5¢ dark brown (1a), full to large margins, intense color and deeply etched impression, tied by centrally struck red grid, matching "New Haven Ct. Jul. 27" c.d.s. on 1848 green folded letter to Philadelphia, stamp has small surface split at bottom, otherwise Very Fine.
Estimate $200-300
Matthew Bennett International Sale 277 Lot 93 realized 375
Alexander listed as 7/27/48
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries Inc. sale 464 lot 180 realized 210
Robert A. Siegel sale 1350 lot 314 realized 225 (image)
Estimate $200-300
Matthew Bennett International Sale 277 Lot 93 realized 375
Alexander listed as 7/27/48
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries Inc. sale 464 lot 180 realized 210
Robert A. Siegel sale 1350 lot 314 realized 225 (image)
