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Sale 90: Gems of Philately

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Philadelphia - Semi-Official Carrier - 1849-50 Issues

Lot 8    

Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.P.O. Despatch, 1849-50, 1¢ black on rose, "H", margin at top with portion of framelines at other sides, faint crease, tied by bold blue "Philada., Pa., 5, May 23" integral rate cds on fresh 1849 folded letter to Washington D.C., rate with manuscript obliteration as the letter was sent free to Secretary of the Treasury - William Meredith, Extremely Fine, ex-Caspary, Judd & Golden; with 1992 P.F. certificate.
Scott No. 7LB3    Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.

ONE OF THREE EXAMPLES OF THE PHILADELPHIA "H" ISSUE TIED ON COVER AND THE EARLIEST USAGE KNOWN.

Realized: $1,500

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