Lot 1109
1847, 10¢ black (2), ample to large margins except touched at top, tied by red grid, matching "STEAM" handstamp and "Boston 10 cts 30 Jun" c.d.s. on 1851 folded cover to New York; stamp with tiny tear at top, Fine appearance and an excellent "last day"cover.
Estimate 3,000 - 4,000
A copy of a letter from Maurice Blake describes this cover as having been carried on the steamer Admiral from St. John, N.B. via Eastport, with the stamp probably applied at Eastport or on board ship.
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