Lot 2008
Confederacy, 1861, 5¢ green, tied by "Richmond, Va., Mar 11, 1862" cds on reverse of allover "Intemperance is the Curse of the World" propaganda design on cover to Knob Creek, N.C.; stamp applied across backflap and torn upon opening, subsequently rejoined and portion of back cut for display, Very Fine appearance; with 2018 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 1 Estimate $2,500 - 3,500.
A VERY RARE CONFEDERATE USAGE OF THIS SCARCE INTEMPERANCE DESIGN.