Lot
334 
Southern Express Co., Columbus, Geo. Double circle handstamp on 3¢ pink entire to Memphis, Tenn. with manuscript "Paid 2/-" (bits or 25¢), docketed in pencil "Can't find him" and at bottom left "No. 1, Columbus, Geo. Mch 10, '66, Pd" & "OH" (On Hand), reverse with large orange printed label "Southern Express Co. O.H. (On Hand) Cashier's Office, Received from Memphis Office June 10, 1869", minor bit of staining, Very Fine and rare. Estimate $300 - 400.
These Post Civil War Distribution labels were used after the Civil War to forward undelivered cover and valuables to the addressed parties. These covers had been held in the Southern Express On Hand (O.H.) department because they could not be delivered.
Realized: $200