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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | June 1, 1850 |
| From City | Calais |
| From State | ME |
| To City | New York |
| To State | NY |
| Addressee | Smith & Boynton |
| Cert Author | |
| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 2 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1847, 5¢ red brown (Scott No. 1). Vertical pair, ample margins, tied by red grids, on 1850 folded cover to New York, matching "Calais Me. Jun. 1" c.d.s. at far left; bottom stamp with tiny closed tear, Very Fine appearance. Estimate $750-1,000
Matthew Bennett International Sale 266 Lot 1026
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. sale 809 lot 12 realized 1200
Alexander listed as 6/1/50
Matthew Bennett International Sale 266 Lot 1026
Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, Inc. sale 809 lot 12 realized 1200
Alexander listed as 6/1/50
