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| Scott Number | 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | August 29, 1847 |
| From City | Bangor |
| From State | ME |
| To City | Norwich |
| To State | CT |
| Addressee | George Coit |
| Cert Author | PF |
| Cert # | 321362 |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 0 |
| Quantity 2 | 1 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1847, 10¢ black (Scott No. 2). Large margins, tied by red grid, matching "Bangor Me. Aug. 29" c.d.s. on 1847 folded letter to Norwich, Ct., attractive manuscript "Paid" opposite stamp, Extremely Fine. Estimate $1,500-2,000
THE EARLIEST OF THE FIVE RECORDED 10¢ COVERS.
Expertization: 1997 P.F. Certificate. Hammer Price $1,900.
Matthew Bennett International Sale 262 Lot 64
Alexander listed as 8/29/47
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries Inc. sale 622 lot 672 realized 1300
PF 321362: Genuine use
THE EARLIEST OF THE FIVE RECORDED 10¢ COVERS.
Expertization: 1997 P.F. Certificate. Hammer Price $1,900.
Matthew Bennett International Sale 262 Lot 64
Alexander listed as 8/29/47
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries Inc. sale 622 lot 672 realized 1300
PF 321362: Genuine use
