(First Adhesive Postage Stamp in the U.S.) City Despatch Post, 1842, 3¢ black on grayish. O.g., large balanced margins, bright and fresh, an Extremely Fine gem. Scott No. 40L1  $375. $0 (Image)

(First Adhesive Postage Stamp in the U.S.) City Despatch Post, 1842, 3¢ black on grayish. Bright and fresh with large margins, just tied by red octagonal "FREE" handstamp on 1842 folded letter postmarked clear matching "City Despatch Post, N.Y, 15 Jun, 9 O'Clock." double-line cds, Very Fine and choice. Scott No. 40L1  $2,500. $0 (Image)