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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 7, 1849 |
| From City | Chicago |
| From State | IL |
| To City | Rockford |
| To State | IL |
| Addressee | Robertson & Holland |
| Cert Author | |
| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 1 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1849 (May 7) Chicago Ill. to Rockford Ill., red c.d.s. with matching "5" in cogwheel rating handstamp, and "Chicago Ill. '5'" c.d.s. tying 5¢ red brown (1), margins to touching, on folded letter, a Fine to Very Fine usage. ¨Estimate $300-400
Matthew Bennett International Sale 299 Lot 1189 realized 450
Alexander listed as 5/7/49
Matthew Bennett International Sale 299 Lot 1189 realized 450
Alexander listed as 5/7/49
