Lot
2161 
Mexico, Wells, Fargo Y Cia Express, Mexico, Jul 30, 1885. Two strikes of purple oval date stamp on 1885, 12c Hidalgo entire to Lisbon, Portugal, with green company frank and red "½ oz. ã Europa exclusivamente - 20 ctvo." imprint at top, reverse with El Paso & New York transit and Lisbon receiving cds's; internal cover cut and some tone spots affecting indicia, F.-V.F., the only known Wells Fargo express usage to Portugal. Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $240