Lot 186
Tarryall Nov 28 Paid, manuscript postmark on 1861 forwarded cover from Wilmington, Vermont, addressed to Tarryall, Colorado Territory, and then forwarded back to Wilmington; franked with 1857 3¢ dull red tied by Wilmington cds, cover with corner wear, F.-V.F. and scarce.Estimate $200 - 300.
The 1857 stamp became demonetized while the letter was in transit which probably explains the additional cash payment of postage at Tarryall.
Realized: $1,050