Lot 1298
1847, 10¢ black, ample margins to just in, cancelled by manuscript "X", red "Key West Florida Feb. 22" oval datestamp on cover to Essex Conn.; cover some light toning; some slight edge wear, Fine and rare Florida use, ex-Eubanks.Scott No. 2 Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
ONE OF ONLY FIVE RECORDED 10¢ 1847 COVERS FROM KEY WEST.
Key West was served during this time period by the steamer "Isabel" on the Charleston and Havana route.
Realized: $700