Lot 971
U.S.; General Issue Covers, 1852, 3¢ Dull Red, Type I, Unofficial "Chicago" Perf 12½, #11, tied by Chicago Oct 27, 1856 c.d.s. in black, to Hopkinsville, KY, cover tear at left (not affecting stamp) and a bit soiled, a very rare usage and seldom offered, Fine. Stamps prepared by Dr. Elijah Hadley.
Scott $9,000.
Estimate $4,000-5,000.
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