Lot
2170 
Confederacy, Branch Island S.C., 6th Feb., manuscript postmark on small buff cover to Pickens C.H., S.C. with matching manuscript "Paid 10" rate, docketed on reverse "AL Young, Branch Island S.C.", Annie L Young was the Confederate Postmistress of Branch Island, replacing her husband on July 17, 1861, Very Fine.Estimate $300 - 400.
"Branch Island S.C." is a rare townmark. This recently found cover is the only one known originating from this town (per Stets & Teal). The manuscript town mark was listed in CSA Catalog, with an asterisks meaning unseen by the editors.
Current Opening Bid: $150