1850 SUSSEX/'SEDDLESCOMB PENNY POST' HAND STAMP(SX1117)/PLATE 98 (TD). 1850 envelope Battle to London with 1d pl.98 lettered TD (SG8) with four close to large margins fine "54" numeral of Battle clear of Queen's profile. Stamp shows extended serifs to check letters. On reverse very fine "Seddlescomb/Penny Post" hand stamp in dark blue (SX1117) and BATTLE date stamp NO 1 1850. (Ref 69758).