Lot 807
1851, 12¢ black, diagonal bisect, tied by "San Francisco, Cal., Oct 1" cds on 1853 folded letter to Boston, Mass., matching "Due 10" straight line handstamp at center for unpaid letter, Very Fine and choice, an attractive 12¢ bisect usage attempting to pay the 6¢ transcontinental rate; with 1947 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 17a Estimate $2,000 - 3,000.
Realized: $5,750