Lot 7
Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.P.O. Despatch, 1849-50, 1¢ black on rose, "H", margin at bottom and showing portions at other sides, on 1850 folded letter sheet to New York in combination with 1847, 5¢ orange brown tied by "Philada., Pa., 5 cts, Aug 22" integral rate cds with second strike at upper right, with "Goodhue" name in address panel crossed out as often is; some minor cover fold separations, Very Fine, ex-Gibson, Boker, Kuphal & Mirsky; with 2012 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 7LB3+1b Estimate $2,000 - 3,000.
ONE OF THREE KNOWN COMBINATION USAGES WITH THE PHILADELPHIA "H" CARRIER AND THE 1847 5¢ ISSUE.
Realized: $2,400