Lot
1970 
Flag, red and blue design with "The War For The Union" slogan alongside, on cover to Connecticut, "New Orleans, La., Apr 6, 1863" cds with matching "Held For Postage" oval handstamp, franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by targets with additional June New Orleans cds, reverse with "This Letter was dropped in the Post Office without stamp…" label on backflap; light cover soiling and edge wear, F.-V.F., an unusual usage. Scott No. 65 Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $525