Lot 26
U.S. Penny Mail, Phila. Pa., A, Apr 11, 10½AM, octagon datestamp cancels 1¢ blue (U19) on buff entire and additional sharp strike at top center to local Philadelphia street address; reduced slightly at top with partial flap, Very Fine and clear strike of the U.S. Penny Mail datestamp; with 2010 P.F. certificate.Estimate $150 - 200.
The "U.S. PENNY MAIL, PHILA. PA" handstamp was reserved for branch offices and has been recorded from Summer 1861 until beyond July 1, 1863.
Realized: $350