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| Scott Number | 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | January 16, 1851 |
| From City | Pittsburgh |
| From State | PA |
| To City | Philadelphia |
| To State | PA |
| Addressee | John McAllister & Co. |
| Cert Author | |
| Cert # | |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 0 |
| Quantity 2 | 1 |
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| Others |
Notes
Lot 1147 1847, 10¢ black, large margins except just in at bottom, tied by red circular grid cancel, matching "Pittsburgh Pa., Jan 16" cds on blue folded 1851 letter to Philadelphia Pa.; small stamp flaws, otherwise Very Fine and attractive use.
Scott No. 2 Estimate $300 - 400.
Schuyler J. Rumsey Philatelic Auctions Sale 94 realized 375 (image)
Not listed in Alexander
John McAlister Jr was a merchant at 48 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia (1851 McElroy’s).
Scott No. 2 Estimate $300 - 400.
Schuyler J. Rumsey Philatelic Auctions Sale 94 realized 375 (image)
Not listed in Alexander
John McAlister Jr was a merchant at 48 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia (1851 McElroy’s).
