Lot 3042
Executive Dept., 1873, 6¢ carmine (O13), horizontal pair tied by cork cancels with "Washington D.C Apr 23" c.d.s. on 1877 Executive Mansion cover to England, red "London Paid 7 My 77" receiver; vertical crease at right affecting right stamp, small opening tears at top, one just affecting same stamp, still a fresh, Fine and rare usage.
Estimate 5,000 - 7,500
ONE OF SEVEN RECORDED 6¢ EXECUTIVE COVERS AND THE ONLY KNOWN USED PAIR OF THE 6¢ ON OR OFF COVER.
Provenance: Ackerman, Ward, Waud
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| Realized $6,750 |
