Lot 1
Annapolis, Md. (2XU1 var.), "Post Office" eagle seal struck in blue on small ladies' envelope addressed locally, matching blue "2" drop rating handstamp, flaps with red edging and top with embossed flower; small edge flaws at left, Fine and rare.
Scott $3,000
EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND UNDERCATALOGED.
Expertization: 1970 P.F. certificate.
Provenance: Meroni, Hayes, Haas, Beals
Only a small number of envelopes and folded letters exist with the Annapolis post office seal struck in red or blue. The Annapolis provisional envelopes are similarly struck with the seal and a "Paid 5" handstamp.
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