Lot 420
"Indian Head" of Fort Keogh, clear strikes in blue and black on 3¢ War (O116), blue strike showing part of postmark frame; each with small fault, Very Fine strikes, ex-Lobdell.Cole No. JO-161 Estimate $300 - 400.
Fort Keogh, Montana Territory was established in 1876 after the Battle of Little Big Horn as a base of operations against the Sioux Indians. The use of an Indian Head fancy cancel there is quite appropriate.