Lot
1169 
From De Soto, ILL. C. R. R., Jun 4, 1863, slightly over-inked cds tying 1861, 3¢ rose (65) on blue Liberty & Flag Civil War patriotic cover to Clinton, Wis.; missing backflap, otherwise Very Fine, quite likely the listing example, ex-Towle. Towle Nos. 708-S-5. Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $475