Lot
288 
1898, $2 Trans-Miss., remarkably choice centering with deep rich color, cancelled by Des Moines Jun. 19 cds, fresh and Extremely Fine; with 2002 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 293 $1,100.
A HIGHLY DESIRABLE USED EXAMPLE OF THE $2 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI WITHOUT THE NORMALLY HEAVY OVAL CANCEL.