Lot
85 
1869, 3¢ ultramarine. Tied by neat "New York" cds and circle of wedges duplex on cover with Geo. F. Cantz & Co. Chemical and Grocer Drugs merchant yellow illustrated allover merchant advertisement, bright and fresh, Very Fine and choice. Scott No. 114 Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $350
Lot
86
1869, 10¢ yellow. Tied in combination with 1870-71, 2¢ red brown on 1871 folded letter to Bordeaux, France, "New Orleans, La., Nov 8" origin cds, sent via New York & London with various accounting markings, small sealed cover tear at top, Extremely Fine, a lovely mixed issue combination (sold for $2,200 in 1982); signed Ashbrook. Scott No. 116+146 Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.
Realized: $1,100