Lot
2041 
Black's Ferry, Ark. C.S.A., Feb 4, 1862, manuscript postmark on cover to Ballston Spa, N.Y., with matching "Paid 5¢" and endorsed "Via Flag of Truce Ship, Norfolk, Va." at lower left; cover edge wear, small edge tears and reduced at left, F.-V.F., a rare civilian Flag of Truce via Norfolk usage and the only Arkansas Flag of Truce recorded.Estimate $500 - 750.
As no U.S. postage or due rate was included on the outside of this cover, it is believed that a second cover and letter was enclosed within this cover bearing U.S. 3¢ postage or was rated "Due 3" upon arrival.