Lot
2864 
Confederacy, 1862, 5¢ blue, Stone 2, Early Usage. Left margin single, ample margin to just in at lower right, tied by bold "Richmond, Va., Feb 28, 1862" cds on cover to Raleigh, N.C., Very Fine, This was the earliest known usage for many years, the earliest known date today is recorded as Feb. 26, 1862; with 1983 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 4 Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $325