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 1c Blue, Ty. V (24). Vertical pair which was partly separated prior to use, used with 3c Dull Red, Ty. III (26), tied by "Terre Haute Ind. Sep. 17" circular datestamp on cover with printed
address to Hong Kong, China, red "New-York Br. Pkt. Sep. 20" transit datestamp, manuscript rating, 1859 docketing, minor toning, Very Fine, attractive and scarce with the printed address, the U.S.S. Hartford was commissioned in 1858 and
served as the flagship of the East India Squadron until being recalled for the Civil War where she served as Farragut's flagship in the West Gulf Blockading Squadron and was instrumental in retaking New Orleans, ex Neinken
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E. 750-1,000
SOLD for $1,100.00
Will close during Public Auction |
