Lot
226 
Staples Rancho, Cal., Jan 2 (San Joaquin). Manuscript postmark on cover to Bristol, N.H., franked with 1851, 1¢ blue, type IV + 3¢ dull red, three singles, tied by manuscript cancels, cover wrinkles and small stamp flaws, F.-V.F., a very scarce and early Staple's Ranch postmark. Scott No. 9+11 Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $250