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| Scott Number | 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | February 19, 1851 |
| From City | Chicago |
| From State | IL |
| To City | New York |
| To State | NY |
| Addressee | Wm. H. Richards |
| Cert Author | |
| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 0 |
| Quantity 2 | 1 |
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| Others |
Notes
Lot 1054 10c Black (2) margins all around, tied by bold red grid, matching Chicago Feb 19 ds on 1851 cover to NY, fine, scarce usage from Chicago. Est. $2000
Christie's sale 6550 March 15, 1988 realized 1650
Alexander listed as 2/19/51
H R Harmer sale 3048 lot 2195 realized 850 (image)
Notation at top read rec'd Feb 28/ 51 answ'd same day
William H. Richards is listed as a merchant at 136 Front Street in NYC (1848 Doggett’s)
Christie's sale 6550 March 15, 1988 realized 1650
Alexander listed as 2/19/51
H R Harmer sale 3048 lot 2195 realized 850 (image)
Notation at top read rec'd Feb 28/ 51 answ'd same day
William H. Richards is listed as a merchant at 136 Front Street in NYC (1848 Doggett’s)
