Lot
848 
1871, 7¢ vermilion, split I. grill, strong grill impression slightly split showing at top and bottom, tied by light "Duluth, Minn., May 12" cds and cork duplex on cover to Rottenburg, Germany, red New York exchange cds and receiving backstamp, Very Fine, a very scarce on cover usage of the 1870 7¢ I. grill issue; with 1985 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 138A var. Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $325