Lot 11
1847, 5¢ red brown (1), clear margins,rich color, filing crease, tied by blue grid cancels, matching blue "Philadelphia Pa. July 12 5", used with D.O. Blood (1c), not tied as most often on folded 1849 cover to New York, Fine and scarce usage. Scott $1,750
Expertization: with 1980 P.F. certificate.
This cover was listed and illustrated in a 1992 Chronicle article by Robert Meyersburg on 1847 postage stamps used in combination with carriers and local adhesives, article included.
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Realized $550 |