Lot 9
1847, 5¢ red brown (1), large to mostly huge margins, bright color approaching orange brown, fine impression, black "Paid" handstamp, not tied, matching "Brooklyn Ct. May 5" c.d.s. on buff envelope to Tolland, original 1851 enclosure, cover with small toned area at top edge, stamp an Extremely Fine gem.
Estimate 750 - 1,000
THE ONLY RECORDED 1847 COVER FROM BROOKLYN.
Expertization: 1983 Brettl Certificate.
Brooklyn received no 1847 stamps of either denomination.
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