Lot 1908
Interior Dept., 1873, 3¢ vermilion (O17), pair tied on cover by "Washington, D.C. May 24" (1877) cork duplex to Leipzig, Germany, illustrated corner card featuring the bust of James Simpson, English founder of the Smithsonian, German receiver on reverse; rough opening at top, otherwise Very Fine, 1¢ overpayment of the 5¢ per ½ ounce G.P.U. rate.
Estimate 750 - 1,000
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| Realized $1,700 |
