Lot 1025
1847, 10¢ black (2), ample to large margins, closer at bottom left, tied by bold blue grid, matching "New Orleans La. Sep 1" c.d.s. and large "10" rate handstamp, on 1847 folded letter to Rahway, N.J.; cover with creases and scattered toned spots, stamp with minute tear at bottom, Very Good.
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
THE EARLIEST KNOWN 1847 COVER FROM LOUISIANA.
New Orleans received its first shipment of stamps on August 27, 1847. The postmaster used blue ink until November 1847, switching to black and the occasional pen ink. The use of the "10" handstamp, a carryover from the stampless period, was immediately discontinued on stamped mail and is consequently exceedingly rare, this being most likely the only example in blue.
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