Americana Stamps

Lot #: 4021

Boston Penny Post, 3LB2, Tied by "Penny Post Paid"

Extremely Rare Use of the "Penny Post Paid" Marking

1c Blue, margins just touching ornaments, tied by red "Penny Post Paid" double-circle with grid on small brown cover to local street address. Fine, faint strike but extremely rare use of this Boston carrier marking to cancel the adhesive.

Opening: $90
Estimate: $150 - $300
Category: Carriers, Boston Penny Post
Catalogue: Scott 3LB2
Catalog Value: $220
Provenance: Ex Hahn, Hall