Lot 163
Canada, American Merchants Union Express Co., Brantford, Ont., vermilion Money Package label on small cover to Calendonia, Ont., the cover contained "$55.00", docketed Jan 20, 1871 with five wax seals on reverse, Very Fine.
Estimate 500 - 750
In 1869, after a rate war between American Express and Merchants Union Express, the two companies merged, naming the new company the American Merchants Union Express Co. After about five years the name was changed back to American Express Co.
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| Realized $525 |
