Lot
74 
(Missouri) "Bellair Mo, Feb. 19", manuscript postmark with matching "40" rating on 1851 folded letter to Sacramento Cal., endorsed "On the wings of the wind, to the fare west to the above in hast"; some edge toning, slight wear, F.-V.F., a scarce 40¢ rate from Missouri. Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $170