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Scott Number: R37c Collection Reference No. for Communications: 4550

Denomination/Type: 10c Power of Attorney, blue, perforated

2025 Scott Catalog Value (for a single stamp): $ 1.00

Estimated Retail Value: $ 150.00 What is this?

Cancel Method: Handstamped - Oval

Cancel Color: Red

Cancel Date: October 02, 1868

Cancel or Company Type: Insurance Company or Agent

Company: John R. Wiltsie & Son

City: Newburgh

State: New York

Ornate 2-color insurance policy from the Market Fire Insurance Co., featuring a bold red oval handstamp from the insurance agent. Document also features an ornately engraved revenus stamp placeholder in red that explains the rates to be affixed (see composite image below).

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