Lot 2051
1852, 1¢ blue, type IV, three singles, each with rich color with margins to slightly in, tied by two strikes of "Andover Mass. Feb 12" cds, right two with additional manuscript "X" cancels, on large embossed valentine envelope to Haverhill Mass., additional strike of cds and matching "10" handstamp and manuscript "Due" at top left, included large embossed valentine enclosure with multicolor flowers and small oval mirror (cracked), Very Fine.Scott No. 9 Estimate $500 - 750.
ONE OF THE MOST ATTRACTIVE VALENTINE COVERS BEARING THE 1851 1¢ ISSUE.
Realized: $450