Lot 1147
1847, 5¢ red brown (1), large margins on three sides, in at bottom left, tied by "Philada. Pa. 5 Sep 3" c.d.s. in blue on 1849 folded letter to Princeton, with another strike alongside, over which "Bloods/Despatch/28/So. Sixth" circular handstamp has been applied, stamp slightly toned, fine appearance, excellent example of this Bloods' handstamp, which is very rare in combination with the 1847 issue. Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
Expertization: 2000 P.F. Certificate.
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Realized $2,400 |