Lot 1693
Philadelphia Pa. Mar. 11, c.d.s. ties 1¢ blue (63) on "G. M. Dallas" free frank cover to Cleveland Ohio, framed "Free" handstamp; opened on three sides and back reduced, Fine.
Estimate 500 - 750
Provenance: James Lee
George M. Dallas was the vice-president under James Polk and was entitled to life-time franking priviledges. The 1¢ stamp paid the carrier service fee, which was not covered by the franking priviledge.
Illustrated in Don Evans, 'The United States 1¢ Franklin 1861-1867', p. 124, fig. 7-41.
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| Realized $800 |
