Lot
542 
1857, 1¢ blue, type IIIa, used with 1¢ blue, type II (20), guideline s.e. at left, and 3¢ dull red (26), tied by fancy star cancels, matching "Downieville Cal., Jul 16, 1861" cds on 10¢ green (U33) star die entire to Galt, Canada West at the 15¢ West Coast rate, red "Chicago, Ill, Paid 15" circular exchange handstamp, additional magenta "Paid 15" credit rating, Galt (8.8) arrival backstamp; 1¢ stamps small tears, opening flaws at left and edge wear, a Very Fine and striking use. Scott No. 22 Estimate $750 - 1,000.
A RARE 1857 ISSUE FRANKING ON A 10¢ STAR DIE ENTIRE TO CANADA AT THE 15¢ WEST COAST RATE.
Realized: $950