Lot 375
"U.S. Penny Mail, Phila. Pa", double octagonal datestamp on two covers, first ties 1¢ ultramarine (63) on Phila. Wilmington & Baltimoer R.R. Co. envelope to local street address, second on reverse of postmaster free letter bearing 1¢ ultramarine (63) tied by "Philadelphia Pa. Aug 26 1862" c.d.s., matching "Free" framed oval h.s. on cover to Kirks Mills Pa. (2000 P.F. Certificate); faults, both Ex-Evans and illustrated in his book, Fine and scarce carrier usages.
Estimate 200 - 300
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| Realized $200 |
