Great Britain 1840 1d "Houses of Parliament" Envelope, SGPE1.
A very fine used example of this rare envelope sent from London to Hartlepool, neatly cancelled by a London "PAID" Crowned circle for 'JA.22.1840'.
A very high quality example as rarely seen so fine. Sent in the first week of issue.
SG Catalogue Value: £10,000.
When the Uniform Penny Postage was introduced on 10 January 1840, the free franking privileges of Members of Parliament were abolished. During the same month, these special envelopes were created for mail posted from the Houses of Parliament and remained in use until the introduction of stamps and the Mulready stationery in May 1840.
