Lot 215
Fort Assinaboine, M.t., Jul 28, 1880, clear bold strike of cds duplexed with star canceling 3¢ green entire to Westchester Pa.; corner nick top left, otherwise Very Fine and choice strike, ex-Beals.Estimate $150 - 200.
Fort Assiniboine was established in 1879 to prevent the return of Sitting Bull and the Sioux Indians from Canada. Note the early spelling of the fort.
Realized: $120