Lot 30001 - 1840 1d Black Plate 2 (RF). A fine and fresh example with four margins, on entire letter sent within London on May 15th 1840

1840 1d Black Plate 2 (RF). A fine and fresh example with four margins, on entire letter dated internally “15th May 1840”, neatly tied by a red Maltese Cross of London. Sent within the London local post, with black “T.P./Guildford St.” marking and clear PD 2 AN MY 15 1840 afternoon delivery datestamp. Previously folded to show the stamp with the complete datestamp above, with hinge marks on the face of the cover. A scarce May date cover.