Lot 327
Cleveland O. Feb 12, partly struck blue c.d.s. with manuscript "5" rating on "Bird Cage" Valentine letter sheet showing large ornate floral design with pull string, which, when lifted, reveals a couple standing by a window (with rose bushes just outside the glass), all professionally hand-colored with vivid fresh colors, carefully cut to shape and mounted with printed 4-line verse and gold borders, docketed "Valentine Feb. 14, 1846"; outersheet with light soiling but valentine is well preserved, Fine, a rare and wonderful piece.
Estimate 200 - 300
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| Realized $130 |
