Lot
635 
"Spring Valley Col Feb 21", manuscript postmark with matching ms. cross-hatch on 3¢ rose (65) on 1867 orange cover to East Barnard, Vermont; minor staining affecting stamp and cover, reduced at left, F.-V.F. and scarce use, a very small office which no handstamped markings are known, ex-Persson. Estimate $300 - 400.
Until 1870 the residents of this and other nearby communities lived in constant danger of Indian raids. For protection, a fort called Lincoln Fort was built, commanded and garrisoned by local pioneers.