Lot 1426
New York, N.Y., "3rd or 4th Class", registry label with "28009" number on 1905 wrapper from Krishnagiri, India to Fort Wayne, Ind. bearing India 2a. pair and ½a. tied by Krishnagiri cds, manuscript "Via Brindisi to U.S.A." and "commercial papers", framed "R / Krishnagiri" registry handstamp, New York (11.29) entry backstamp, Fort Wayne (10.31) arrival backstamp; edge faults, Fine and rare.Scott No. FX-NY1d; $1,000 Estimate $750 - 1,000.
ONE OF LESS THAN 6 RECORDED EXAMPLES OF THE NEW YORK "3RD OR 4TH CLASS" EXCHANGE LABEL PROPERLY USED ON COVER.
Realized: $800