Lot 112
1862 (Apr. 21) (c.) Boston, Ma. to Guatemala, indistinct red double-circle datestamp on cover addressed to U.S. Minister E. O. Crosby, bearing two 30¢ orange (71) singles and 3¢ rose, 5¢ buff (65, 67) tied by boxed "Paid" handstamps, endorsed "via Panama. Paid", black "6" handstamp, blue "Geo. H. Gray & Danforth / Boston" label on backflap; left 30¢ with tiny piece out, 3¢ small tear, Very Fine, rare and striking usage; double the 34¢ British mail rate via St. Thomas or Havana.
Provenance: Paliafito
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