Lot 809
Centennial R.P.O., Phil'a, Pa., Sep 27, 1876, rimless cds (Bomar P76-03) and "B.H. Farquhar" straightline on railway facing slip with printed "IOWA." direction and "Note Errors and Return all labels to J Jameson, Asst Supt R.M.S., Centennial Branch Post Office, Philadelphia.", Very Fine and rare.Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
ONE OF ONLY FIVE RECORDED STRIKES OF THIS RARE CENTENNIAL EXPO RAILROAD POSTMARK.
The five recorded strikes comprise two on facing slips, one on cover and two on postal cards (one faulty).
Realized: $800