Lot 495
1847, 10¢ black. Large margins to just into frameline at top right, sharp early impression, tied by manuscript and red "St. Louis, Mo., 10, Mar 11" integral rate cds on cover to South Boston, Mass., F.-V.F.Scott No. 2 Estimate $750 - 1,000.
Realized: $525
Lot 496
1847, 10¢ black. Large margins, tied by red squared grid cancels on 1849 folded letter to Kalamazoo, Mich., matching "New York, Aug 17" cds; cover with water staining and central erosion not affecting stamp, Fine, with stamp in extremely fine condition.Scott No. 2 Estimate $600 - 800.
Realized: $800