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| Scott Number | 1 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 11, 1850 |
| From City | Carlisle |
| From State | NY |
| To City | Vergennes |
| To State | VT |
| Addressee | P. C. Tucker & Son |
| Cert Author | PF |
| Cert # | 337234 |
| Fake | |
| Quantity 1 | 1 |
| Quantity 2 | 0 |
| Bisect | |
| Others |
Notes
1847, 5¢ red brown (1), large margins on three sides, in at bottom, tied by pen cancel, manuscript "Carlisle May 11" and matching "5", on 1850 buff envelope to Vergennes, Vt., light horizontal filing fold, contemporary docketing also ties stamp to cover, Fine appearance very rare usage. Estimate $300-400
THE ONLY RECORDED 1847 ISSUE COVER FROM CARLISLE.
Expertization: 1999 P.F. Certificate.
Carlisle received no 1847 stamps of either denomination.
Matthew Bennett International Sale 277 Lot 204
Alexander listed as 5/11/50
Schuyler J Rumsey Inc sale 2 lot 151
PF 337234: Genuine usage
THE ONLY RECORDED 1847 ISSUE COVER FROM CARLISLE.
Expertization: 1999 P.F. Certificate.
Carlisle received no 1847 stamps of either denomination.
Matthew Bennett International Sale 277 Lot 204
Alexander listed as 5/11/50
Schuyler J Rumsey Inc sale 2 lot 151
PF 337234: Genuine usage
