Lot
1098 
1847, 10¢ black, ample margins to just in, cancelled by manuscript "X", red "Key West, Florida, Feb. 22" oval datestamp on cover to Essex Conn.; cover some light toning and slight edge wear, Fine and rare Florida 1847 Issue use, ex-Boker, Craveri, Eubanks; with 1999 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 2 Estimate $750 - 1,000.
ONE OF ONLY FIVE RECORDED 10¢ 1847 COVERS FROM KEY WEST, FLORIDA.
Key West was served during this time period by the steamer "Isabel" on the Charleston and Havana route.
Realized: $800