Lot 140
1870, 6¢ carmine, vertical bisect (148a), tied by target cancel on buff cover to Lima N.Y., "Pine Valley N.Y." c.d.s. at left, prepaid the 3¢ letter rate; minor cover edge restoration including upper right corner (not mentioned in certificate), a Very Fine appearing bisect use. Scott $3,500
THE ONLY RECORDED 6¢ 1870 ISSUE BISECT COVER.
Expertization: clear 1991 P.F. Certificate.
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Realized $5,750 |