Lot 220
1859, 12¢ black, plate III, deep shade, tied by black grid, faint red Poughkeepsie N.Y. cds on small mourning cover to Heidelberg, Germany and forwarded to Paris, France, forwarding postage paid by Baden 9kr Rose (4) tied by target, matching "Heidelberg, 15 Jul" double-circle datestamp, red "N. York, Hamb Pkt 'Paid 10' Jun 29" cds, reverse with Hamburg (7.14) and Paris (7.17) transits; light water stain where 3¢ stamp has fallen off, Fine appearance, a rare and attractive combination usage; with clear 2000 P.F. certificate not mentioning the missing 3¢ stamp.Scott No. 36B Estimate $750 - 1,000.
Realized: $750