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More about it, with quotes from oe of my favorite books: Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Auten

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... the Penny Post introduction in 1840 helped.
The 1840 penny black is one of the holy grails of stamp collectors. However, even a messy, cancelled one will cost you $425 now.

https://www.mysticstamp.com/1-1840-g...n-penny-black/