Sale 34: The Westpex Sale - Outstanding Confederate States

Lot 2683    

Confederacy, Plains of Dura, Ga., 1861, 10¢ black. "Paid" handstamp with manuscript "10" rate with "A.B.N." the Postmaster's initials (Athern B. Hawkes) as a control marking on cover with military address to Richmond & "Plains of Dura, Ga./Aug. 12" corrected by manuscript to the 15th, large cover repair at top affecting postmark, cover open at top & bottom, Very Fine appearance.
Scott No. 140XU2    Estimate $750 - 1,000.

The unique 10¢ example of the Postmasters' Provisional. .

Realized: $2,600

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Lot 2684    

Confederacy, Ringgold, Ga., 1861, 5¢ blue black. A gorgeous strike of this fancy Provisional handstamp with bold "Ringgold, Ga./Oct. 24" (1861) cds on cover to Hamilton, Geo., Extremely Fine and choice, Ex-Caspary & Judd.
Scott No. 71XU1    $3,000.

This is undoubtedly the finest known example of this desirable Postmasters' Provisional, with Judd's notation in pencil on reverse which reads, "Probably the finest known copy known. A showpiece & very rare"

It is interesting to note that this cover (2009 Cat. $3000) sold for $350 in the 1956 Caspary sale and the following lot in that sale, lot 444, the Unique "Rutherfordton, N.C." Postmasters' Provisional (2009 Cat. $25,000) sold for $450. .

Realized: $7,500

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Lot 2685    

Confederacy, Sandersville, Ga. Blue cds tying 1863-64 10¢ blue over a blue handstamped "10" of Sandersville with straight line "Paid" alongside on small ladies cover to Atlanta, the stamp has been subsequently moved & with left margin added, flap repaired & small mend at top, Very Fine.
Estimate    $200 - 300.

This usage indicates the handstamped "Paid 10" marking was applied prior to its intended use and is this provisional in nature. .

Realized: $230

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Lot 2686    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 5¢ black. Neatly struck Provisional rate and control handstamps on cover used from Milledgeville to "Maj. C.H. Olmstead, Camp Morgan, Tybee Island", the Savannah "Paid 5" Provisional handstamp has been cancelled by grid with "Milledgeville, Ga./Aug. 4" cds applied with straight line "Paid" handstamp & "10" rate handstamp which was cancelled by grid & corrected with "5" rate handstamp, Extremely Fine, ex-MacBride with his notes on reverse; signed Dietz.
Scott No. 101XU1    Estimate $500 - 750.

A fascinating and unique usage in perfect condition. .

Realized: $1,250

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Lot 2687    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 5¢ black. Neatly struck Provisional rate and control handstamps on mourning cover to Athens, Ga. with "Savannah, Ga./Dec. 6, 1861/Paid" cds, Very Fine and attractive, ex-Judd.
Scott No. 101XU1    $400.

Realized: $675

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Lot 2688    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 5¢ black. Neatly struck provisional rate and control handstamps on cover to Lake City, Florida with "Savannah, *Geo.*/Sep. 30" (1861) cds, cover with printed corner card of "Erwin & Hardee/Factors", cover gently cleaned, Very Fine.
Scott No. 101XU1    $400.

Realized: $675

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Lot 2689    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 10¢ on 5¢ black. Light strike of "Paid 5" handstamp over struck with bold "Paid 10" Provisional handstamp with "Savannah, Ga./Nov. 7, 1861/Paid" cds on cover to "Vice President Stephens" in Richmond, docketing on reverse indicates that the sender has been discharged & is looking to form a new Company & that he would like to join Prince Polignac's Legion, minor abrasion on front of cover, slightly reduced at top & flap missing, Very Fine.
Scott No. 101XU1a    $1,500.

One of only three recorded examples by Crown. .

Realized: $475

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Lot 2690    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 5¢ black. Provisional rate and control handstamps on cover to Dawson, Ga. with "Savannah, Ga./Jun. 17, 1861/Paid" cds, some light soiling, small part of flap missing, F.-V.F.
Scott No. 101XU2    $600.

Realized: $170

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Lot 2691    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 10¢ black. Provisional rate and control handstamps on cover to A.H. Stephens with "Savannah, Ga./Oct. 10, 1861/Paid" cds, docketing on reverse states that the sender complains of delays in the transportation of clothing & other articles to the Soldiers in Virginia, flap missing & couple small tears at top, Very Fine.
Scott No. 101XU3    $750.

Realized: $400

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Lot 2692    

Confederacy, Savannah, Ga., 1861, 10¢ black. Bold strikes of provisional rate and control handstamps on United States 1860-61 3¢ Star Die Entire with "Savannah, Ga./Jun. 10, 1861/Paid" cds, addressed to "John A. Cobb, Norfolk, Virginia, care Capt. Thos. Roots of Virginia Navy, Norfolk, Va.", Very Fine and scarce.
Scott No. 101XU4    $750.

Realized: $700

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