G. Carter's Despatch, Philadelphia Pa., 2c Black, 2c Black on Ribbed (36L1, 36L1a). Three covers, No. 36L1a with large margins, huge at top and bottom, manuscript "X" cancel, used on Dec. 10, 1849 folded letter addressed in blue to Danville Pa., blue "Philada. Pa. 5 cts. Dec. 11" integral-rate circular datestamp, stamp has usual gum toning and also tiny tear, still Very Fine, ex Golden and Bowman, with 2003 P.F. certificate, other two are 36L1 uses, one is on most of a cover but missing a leaf and part of back, other with G. Carter's circular datestamp, latter stamp with some toning, Fine
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