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Scott#339 tied on a March 5, 1909, cover to Italy. The 13c paid the 5c UPU rate for up to one ounce to Italy and the 8c registry fee. New York EXCHANGE label# 89715 applied circa 1909-09-08. This is currently the earliest documented use of this stamp. Image from US Specialisst, V80, No 4, in article by Larry Weiss, pages 174-181. Also Shreeves Sale#75-Lot 339.. [RMSG Census ID 13c-002] |