Lot 121
1863 (Aug. 29) Esmeralda, N.T. to Hammersmith, England, Nevada Territory c.d.s. on cover bearing 30¢ orange (71) tied by matching circular target, red "N. York Br. Pkt. / Paid 19 / Sep 22" credit datestamp and matching boxed "Short Paid" handstamp, black "N. York Br. Pkt. / 10 / Sep 22" debit c.d.s., manuscript "2/-" rating, Liverpool and London Oct. 6 backstamps; 30¢ with small tear, Very Fine and rare transcontinental usage from Nevada Territory; 18¢ short payment of the double 24¢ rate via British packet.
Expertization: 1997 P.F. Certificate.
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