2c Columbian (231). Rich color, tied by "Salem Mass. Jan. 2 6:30PM 1893" duplex datestamp and oval cancel on Sheet Metal Worker's corner card First Day cover to Frank E. Locke in Salem Mass.

VERY FINE. A RARE FIRST DAY COVER BEARING THE 2-CENT COLUMBIAN ISSUE.

The official Columbian First Day of Issue was January 1, 1893, which was a Sunday; most post offices were closed, so January 2 is also accepted as the First Day of Issue.

With 1971 AFDCS certificate.

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