Lot 61
1857, 3¢ dull red, type III, tied by clear strike of "Rockford Ill., Sep 14, 1857" cds on cover to Rockport Mass., Very Fine and choice; with 1993 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 26 Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
THE EARLIEST DOCUMENTED USE OF THE 1857 3¢ TYPE III ON COVER.
Wilson Hulme had a cover front used on September 14, 1857. This is the only recorded full cover used on September 14th with a year dated postmark.
Realized: $725