Lot 419
1847, 10¢ black (2), large margins, excellent impression, tied by red square grid and matching "New-York Apl. 4" c.d.s. on 1849 folded letter to Brockville, Canada, manuscript "via Morristown St. Lawrence Co. N.Y." at lower left, no due marking or receiving postmark; stamp with small toned spot in bottom right margin, otherwise Very Fine, uncommon manuscript routing instructions.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
Expertization: 1988 P.F. Certificate.
As just the St. Lawrence River divides these towns, no Canadian postage was due.
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