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Lot# 5362 - Auction 321-332

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    Hale & Co., Boston 1844: 5 c. light blue, cut square example with large margins on three sides and minutely shaved at base, used on 21 November 1844 cover from Philadelphia to New York cancelled by "P" in manuscript ink. Fine oval framed "FORWARDED / BY / HALE & CO / FROM / 17 S. THIRD STREET / PHILADELPHIA" in red at base. One side flap missing, file fold well away from the adhesive; a scarce cover. Ex Richard Schwartz collection.rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Carmen A. Puliafito, Siegel, New York, 4 May 2016, lot 80.rn 
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold