Lot 56

1861, 30¢ orange (71), rich color, well centered, tied by fine strike of blue target cancel, "New Orleans La Aug 21 1862" double circle datestamp on blue folded letter to Paris France, redirected to a chateau in Gaillon (Normandy), red "New York 12, Aug 20" manuscript "via N. York and per steamer", various French backstamps, couple trivial envelope flaws, handsome Very Fine usage. Scott $400
Expertization: with 1980 P.F. certificate.
Provenance: Baron du Plessis
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