Lot 2871
Bahamas, 1863, 4d rose, perf 12½. Tied by Nassau "A05" barred oval handstamp on 1858 cover to Jacksonville, Florida, "N. York, Steamship" circular handstamp, with Nassau, New Providence origin backstamp, straight line "Advertised", with "Aug 1" date and "5" rate handstamps, Jacksonville, Sept 1 backstamp with "Not Called For" notation, Very Fine and choice, an interesting dead letter usage. SG No. 26.Scott No. 13 Estimate $500 - 750.
Realized: $550