Lot 659
1860, 24¢ gray lilac (37), Three singles tied by blue "Baltimore Md. Nov 20" postmarks, on 1860 folded letter sheet to Londonderry, Ireland, attempting to pay a non-existent triple rate (1-2 oz. letters required 4 rates), "New-York Br. Pkt. Nov 21" debit c.d.s. with handstamped "20" red boxed "Short Paid", marked "4s" collect (96¢), backstamped Derry (Dec 3); few minor perf flaws (not mentioned on accompanying certificate), Fine-Very Fine and very scarce.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
Expertization: clear 1989 PF Certificate.
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