Lot
980 
1857, 1¢ blue, type Ia, deep rich color, tied by blue "Montpelier Vt. Feb. 9, 1858" cds on locally addressed cover; trivial perf flaws and corner crease at top left from placement at edge of cover, Very Fine appearance, a very rare and attractive usage of the 1857, 1¢ Blue, Type Ia on cover, ex White. Scott No. 19 $12,000.
Realized: $3,250