Lot
2516 
Martinique, 1864 folded cover to Philadelphia. Franked with French Colonies 1859-65 Eagles 5c green + 10c bister & 40c orange strip of 3 tied by "MQE" in lozenge with British Post Office cds of "Martinique" & "St. Thomas" on reverse, bold New York "Steamship/10" handstamp on front, Eagles stamps all bright & fresh with large margins, center stamp of 40c strip affected by light file fold, Very Fine and choice, a beautiful cover. Scott No. 2+3+5 Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.
Realized: $1,150