Lot 870 o
St. Louis, Mo., 1846, 10¢ black on gray lilac. Light red St. Louis town cancel mostly in margins and virtually clear of design, large oversized and beautifully balanced margins, bold shade and a remarkably sharp detailed impression, bright and vibrant appearance, small thin spot, Extremely Fine gem appearance, a truly magnificent 10¢ St. Louis Postmaster Provisional; with 1953 Friedl certificate.Scott No. 11X5 $4,500.
Realized: $9,000