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Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.P.O. Despatch, 1849-50, 1¢ black on rose, showing full frameline at left and portions at other sides, tied by blue "Philada., Pa., 5, May 14" integral rate cds on 1859 folded letter to New York, Very Fine, ex-Caspary, Judd & Golden; with 1992 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 7LB6; $2,500 Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.
ONE OF TWO EXAMPLES OF THE PHILADELPHIA "BLACK ON ROSE" CARRIER TIED TO COVER AND THE EARLIEST RECORDED ON COVER USAGE.