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United States 1885 — Special Delivery

UNITED STATES · 1885

United States 1885 — Special Delivery

VFScott E1P

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US$ 300

Catalogue value US$ 315

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Description

1885. Special Delivery. Messenger. Scott E1P2, E1P3 & E1P4. Small dir proof on white wove paper stock to card and plate proofs on india paper stuck to card and on card. FINE, VERY FINE. Scarce. SCV $ 315.00.-

Details

Country: United States
Year: 1885
Catalogue: Scott
Catalogue number: E1P
Kind: Stamps
Format: Single stamp
Centering: VF
Characteristics: Proof
Catalogue value: US$ 315

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