Lot
1635 
Confederacy, Libby Prison. Charming tiny size envelope from Capt. Jacob Devine, who was a prisoner of war from the 71st Penn. Infantry at Libby Prison, addressed to his brother in Philadelphia with manuscript "Officers Letter, Prisoner of War" at top left & "per Flag of Truce boat" at top right, postmarked "Old Point Comfort, Va." double circle & "Due 3" straight line, Extremely Fine, a lovely showpiece and its mate is pictured in G. Harrison's Prisoner of War book on page 94. Estimate $750 - 1,000.
Realized: $1,150