1840 ONE PENNY BLACK
All with Maltese Cross cancellations, struck in red, unless otherwise stated.
6th May 1840 First Day Usages
cover Plate 1a, EI, large margins, neatly cancelled and tied on entire letter from London to Exeter, showing fine clear despatch backstamp "B/MY-6/1840" on reverse; horizontal filing fold crosses adhesive, slightly cracking surface but otherwise fine and a most presentable example of this great rarity. Photo in colour
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cover Plate 1a, EI, large margins, neatly cancelled and tied on entire letter from London to Exeter, showing fine clear despatch backstamp "B/MY-6/1840" on reverse; horizontal filing fold crosses adhesive, slightly cracking surface but otherwise fine and a most presentable example of this great rarity. Photo in colour