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Sale 76: Gems of Philately

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1857 Issue

Lot 61    

1857, 3¢ dull red, type III, tied by clear strike of "Rockford Ill., Sep 14, 1857" cds on cover to Rockport Mass., Very Fine and choice; with 1993 P.F. certificate.
Scott No. 26    Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.

THE EARLIEST DOCUMENTED USE OF THE 1857 3¢ TYPE III ON COVER.

Wilson Hulme had a cover front used on September 14, 1857. This is the only recorded full cover used on September 14th with a year dated postmark.

Realized: $725

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