Lot 557
1859, 10¢ green, type V, block of four, tied by "New Orleans, May 15, 1859" cds's on cover to Vera Cruz, Mexico, blue "M.A. de Lazardi & Co, New Orleans" double-oval backstamp, black "7" reales due rating handstamp for inland postage; cover reinforced, Very Fine appearance.Scott No. 35 Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
A RARE USE OF 10¢ GREEN TYPE V 1857 ISSUE BLOCK OF FOUR FOR QUADRUPLE THE 10¢ RATE TO MEXICO.
Realized: $900