Lot 328
1861 (Jun. 1) Canton Miss. to New Orleans La., perfectly struck "Canton Miss Jun 1 1861" c.d.s. with matching "Paid" and circled "5" handstamps on Carroll Hoy & CO. correspondence envelope; usual staple holes, Very Fine. Estimate 4,000 - 5,000
PERHAPS THE FINEST EXAMPLE MAILED ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE CONFEDERATE POSTAL SYSTEM.
Provenance: Hall
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Realized $2,800 |