Lot
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"Fort Union N.M., Nov. 26", manuscript Type 2 New Mexico Territory postmark ties 3¢ dull red (26) on cover to Altoona Pa., contains letter from Lt. James C. McKee to his dear sweetheart Miss Annie Baker; cover restored and small piece of 3¢ added at top, Very Fine appearance. Estimate $200 - 300.
Lt. McKee was commissioned Assistant Surgeon in the U.S. Army in August 1857 and took up his position at Fort Union for several years.
Realized: $160