Lot 746
1873, 7¢ orange vermilion, C.B.N.C. printing, used with 15¢ yellow orange (163), both with vibrant shades, tied by bold cork cancels duplexed with partial "Salt Lake City, Utah, Jul 27" cds on 1873 cover attractively addressed in purple to Jauja, Peru, bold red "New York '12' Aug 5" credit exchange cds, original dateline "Salt Lake City. July 25th 1873" of letter enclosed for perfect exhibition; reduced slightly at left, Very Fine and choice franking for the 22¢ rate to Peru.Scott No. 160 Estimate $500 - 750.
A BEAUTIFUL NEW MEXICO TERRITORY USE TO PERU WITH A SCARCE AND COLORFUL FRANKING.
Realized: $500