1899, 1c Deep Green, 2c Rose Carmine, 5c Blue, First Printing (1, 2a, 5). 2c natural s.e., 1c some edge gum staining of little consequence, tied by "San Luis D' Apra, Guam" and "Dec. 13, 1899" straightlines and bold so-called "Bear's Paw" cork killers on cover to Altoona Pa., Mil. Sta. No. 1 Manila and Altoona backstamps, cancelling ink at top left, Very Fine and scarce, earliest recorded use of the "Bear's Paw" cancel, it was in use from Dec. 13, 1899 until Feb. 24, 1900, ex Whitpain and signed H. Bloch

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