Lot 539
U.S.; General Issues, 1861, 10¢, 12¢ Cover to Isla De Chincha, Peru, #68-69, Sound copies, tied by grid cancels, Belfast, ME Jan 10 (1864) cancel in red, Panama JA 23 1864 transit in black, "12" hs. in red, indistinct Peru (Feb ?) receiving cancel on reverse, cover a bit soiled and edge wear, slit at top and sides revealing writing about the sailors, still scarce and very desirable destination, Fine. Originally sold with P.F. (1985).
Estimate $250-300.
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| Realized $242 |
