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Lot 190



1909, 2¢ Lincoln (367), tied by "Philadelphia Pa. Feb 11 1909" machine cancellation on cover to Scranton Pa., reverse with "Scranton Feb 12" arrival c.d.s., attractive pink "Watchmaker and Jeweler" corner card label, Extremely Fine and fresh.
Estimate 750 - 1,000

A SCARCE PRE-FIRST DAY USAGE OF THE 1909 2¢ LINCOLN.

Provenance: Martin

This February 11 usage from Philadelphia is unlisted in the Colby & Drummond census. The census lists a total of seven usages on February 11, and with this one there are now eight recorded.


 
Realized $1,000



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