Lot 2639
Confederacy, Atlanta, Ga., 1861, 10¢ on 5¢ black. Clearly struck "10" over "5" Provisional handstamp with matching bold "Atlanta Ga./Jul. 18, 1861" cds on cover addressed to A.H. Stephens (Vice President) in Richmond, flap removed & hinged in place on front of cover showing lovely blue cameo corner card of the Atlanta & West Point R.R. Co. (which appears as original), Extremely Fine and choice, a stunning cover which is pictured in the Crown book, one of four recorded & the only example with a corner card.Scott No. 6XU2a $1,500.
Realized: $5,500