Lot 1886
"Union!", unusual red ad blue patriotic design (Wolcott 2648) on cover bearing faulty 3¢ rose (65) tied by "Cairo Ill., Nov 11, 1861" cds to New Bedford Pa.; soiling and toning, Fine and scarce patriotic design.Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $130
Lot 1887
United Forever, red and blue "Ring of States" design with eagle and flag at top, on cover to Millport, N.Y. franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by "Washington, D.C., Dec 21, 1862" cds; light cover edge wear, Very Fine.Scott No. 65 Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $180
Lot 1888
Washington & Flag, red and blue design with slogan alongside, on cover to Salem, Ct., franked with 1861, 3¢ pink (s.e. at left) tied by grid handstamp, matching "New London, Ct., Oct 8, 1861" cds; cover slightly reduced at left and small tear at bottom, F.-V.F.; with 1994 P.S.E. certificate.Scott No. 64 Estimate $300 - 400.