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Sale 35: The Autumn Sale

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U.S. Postal History: California Wells, Fargo & Co. Express - Red & Blue Franks

Lot 383    

Wells Fargo & Co. Red Frank. At top center of 1855, 10¢ Nesbitt entire to Philadelphia, Pa., bold "Blood's Penny Post, Dec 4, 1860" cds with matching "Blood's Despatch, 2cts" handstamp; light cover staining at lower right, otherwise Very Fine, a scarce express and local combination usage, ex Gibson.
Estimate    $200 - 300.

The second type frank came into use in June of 1856 and normally was applied to the upper left until the end of 1857. After that, it was normally applied at the top center.

Realized: $210

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