Lot 1202
1861 (Aug. 20-21) 1857 Issue exchange period, two, 1861 (Aug. 20) envelope to Norwalk, Ohio with illustrated sheriff's office corner card, bearing 1861 3¢ rose pink (64b) tied by C6a duplex, 1861 (Aug. 21) envelope to Middlebury, Ohio with illustrated Weddell House corner card, bearing 1857 3¢ dull red (26) tied by C5a duplex, Very Fine and choice pair showing that both issues were valid for use during the exchange period.
Estimate 300 - 400
1850s postal issues were demonitized, post office by post office, upon delivery of 1861 issue, beginning in August 1861. Provision was made for a 7- day period of exchange, both issues were valid for use.
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| Realized $220 |
