Lot
770 
United States Despatch Agent, B.F. Stevens, London, Oct 5, 1871, choice strike of red type II date stamp on oversized cover to the editor of The St. Cloud Journal in St. Cloud, Minn., sent by United States Minister at Stockholm Gen. C.C. Andrews with manuscript "Legation of the United States, Stockholm" endorsement at top, blue "Department of State U.S.A." handstamp with "R.S. Chew C.C." Chief Clerk free frank signature below, entered the mails with "Washington D.C., Free, Oct 18" cds; some cover edge wear and small tear at left, still Very Fine, a scarce diplomatic pouch usage from Sweden.Estimate $300 - 400.