Lot 19
U.S. 1847, 10¢ black (2), mostly large margins except touched bottom right, tied by red square grid, matching "New-York Nov. 17" on 1850 folded cover to Kingston, Canada West, manuscript. "3" ferriage charge at center, manuscript. "via Syracuse & Oswego" and matching "postage due"; without side flaps, stamp with small tear at upper right, Very Fine appearance, rare usage. Because the exchange office was also the cover's destination, there was no other charge.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
For the other example of the 3d ferriage rate, see lot 1.
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| Realized $1,300 |
