Lot 3039
Executive Dept., 1873, 3¢ carmine (O12), tied on obsolete free frank envelope by segmented cork cancel, "Long Branch N.J. Aug 27 c.d.s. to Edwards Pierrepont, Attorney General, addressed in hand of President U.S. Grant; tiny cover repair upper right corner, affecting upper right corner of stamp, slight edge toning, still a fresh cover and a Very Fine usage.
Scott $3,500
Long Branch, N.J. was the summer residence for President Grant. Only five Executive covers are recorded from Long Branch.
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