Lot 117
1865 (Jul.) Cambridge, Mass. to Antwerp, Belgium, double-circle datestamp on tissue paper cover addressed to U.S. Frigate Colorado, bearing 30¢ orange (71) and 12¢ black (69) tied by matching grids, red "New York Jul 12 Paid 36" integral credit c.d.s., French 23 Jul 65 transit and red boxed "P.D.", Anvers backstamp, stamps with light creasing, light overall cover toning, Fine and rare usage; double the 21¢ French mail rate.
Provenance: Paliafito
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Realized $950 |