Lot
2678 
1893, 2¢ Columbian, tied by neat "Boston, Mass., Jan 2, 1893" First Day of Issue machine postmark on fresh cover to Southbury, Ct., receiving backstamp, Very Fine; with 2005 A.F.D.C.S. certificate. Scott No. 231 $4,000.
AN EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE FIRST DAY COVER BEARING THE 1893 2¢ COLUMBIAN ISSUE.
The official first day for the Columbian issue was January 1st, 1893. Since it fell on a Sunday when most post offices where closed, January 2nd is also accepted as the First Day of Issue.
Realized: $750