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| Scott Number | 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | April 13, 1851 |
| From City | Chicago |
| From State | IL |
| To City | New York |
| To State | NY |
| Addressee | Wm. H. Richards |
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| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 0 |
| Quantity 2 | 2 |
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| Others |
Notes
Lot 143 10c Black (2). Two singles, Pos. 72R, 77R. Each clear Short Transfer at T., Both with Large margins all around, tied on front only by Bold Red Grids, Brilliant Red "Chicago, Ill." serifed caps, Choice stamps, Very attractive piece, signed "Ashbrook" (Photo) 900.00+
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. sale 484 realized 1200
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. sale 587 lot 112 realized 2800
Matthew Bennett International Sale 197 lot 289 dates this cover as 1850. Cover is docketed Rec'd April 17, 1851 / Thursday. 4/17/51 fell on a Thursday. 4/17/50 fell on a Wednesday. The docketing supports the 1851 date in Alexander's census.
Alexander listed as 4/13/51
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. Sale 569 Lot 512 realized 7500
Daniel F. Kelleher sale 599 lot 179
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. sale 484 realized 1200
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. sale 587 lot 112 realized 2800
Matthew Bennett International Sale 197 lot 289 dates this cover as 1850. Cover is docketed Rec'd April 17, 1851 / Thursday. 4/17/51 fell on a Thursday. 4/17/50 fell on a Wednesday. The docketing supports the 1851 date in Alexander's census.
Alexander listed as 4/13/51
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. Sale 569 Lot 512 realized 7500
Daniel F. Kelleher sale 599 lot 179
