Lot
1079 
American Express Co., Rochester, Provisional Labels, two different labels, "American Express Co., from Rochester" black on vermilion express label used on April 6, 1859 orange buff cover to Auburn N.Y., manuscript "Paid II" express rating and "16.28" money letter endorsement, some staining at right; "Forwarded by the American Express Co., Rochester" black on green label used on light buff cover to Albion N.Y., manuscript "$3.87" money letter endorsement, some label staining, Very Fine and rare pair. Estimate $500 - 750.
A RARE PAIR OF AMERICAN EXPRESS CO. ROCHESTER PROVISIONAL LABELS WITH THE WELLS, BUTTERFIELD & CO. PORTION TRIMMED OFF.
Realized: $300