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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | November 21, 1849 |
| From City | Washington |
| From State | DC |
| To City | Philadelphia |
| To State | PA |
| Addressee | Joseph A. Clay |
| Cert Author | PF |
| Cert # | 337215 |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 1 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1847, 5¢ red brown (Scott No. 1). Mostly large to huge margins except closer at bottom, handsome color and sharp impression, just tied by red grid, matching bold "Washington D.C. 5 cts. Nov. 21" c.d.s. on 1849 folded letter to Philadelphia, Very Fine. Estimate $500-750 Expertization: 1999 P.F. Certificate. ¨Hammer Price $650.
Matthew Bennett International Sale 262 Lot 20
Schuyler J. Rumsey Inc. sale 17 lot 1151 realized 800
Alexander listed as 11/21/49
PF 337215: Genuine use
Joseph A. Clay was an attorney located at 47 South 5th Street.
Matthew Bennett International Sale 262 Lot 20
Schuyler J. Rumsey Inc. sale 17 lot 1151 realized 800
Alexander listed as 11/21/49
PF 337215: Genuine use
Joseph A. Clay was an attorney located at 47 South 5th Street.
