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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | February 8, 1848 |
| From City | Boston |
| From State | MA |
| To City | Covert |
| To State | NY |
| Addressee | Myron R. Cole |
| Cert Author | |
| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 2 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1847, 5¢ dark brown (No. 1a), blackish brown shade, two singles, both with large to ample margins, intense color, cancelled/just tied by red grid, on 1848 folded letter to Covert, N.Y., matching "Boston 10cts 8 Feb" c.d.s., stamps have tiny tears or creases, F-VF appearance. ¨Estimate $400-500
Matthew Bennett International Sale 299 Lot 1392 realized 475
Not listed in Alexander
Schuyler J Rumsey Inc. sale 75 lot 1 (part of Native American collection)
Matthew Bennett International Sale 299 Lot 1392 realized 475
Not listed in Alexander
Schuyler J Rumsey Inc. sale 75 lot 1 (part of Native American collection)
