Lot 1088
1847, 5¢ red brown (1), full to large margins, stunning proof-like impression from an early printing, bright handsome color, canceled by red grid, on 1847 folded letter to Philadelphia with matching "Providence R.I. Oct. 6" c.d.s. and "10" which was re-rated with a twice-struck "5"; file fold well clear of stamp and markings, Extremely Fine, a beautiful usage.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
Expertization: signed Ashbrook, 1999 P.F. Certificate.
Provenance: Schenck, Krug
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