Lot 87
1879, 5¢ blue (185), deep rich color, tied on cover by "Chicago Ill. Jan 16" duplex datestamp on cover to London, England, purple "Chicago Ill. Jan 16" c.d.s. also ties stamp, red London (1.29.1879) transit; some mended cover flaws, Very Fine appearing.
Estimate 500 - 750
THE EARLIEST DOCUMENTED USAGE OF THE 1879 5¢ BLUE.
Expertization: 2004 A.P.S. Certificate.
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