Lot
1276 
1861, 12¢ black, two singles. Tied by light strike of Illinois circular datestamp on buff 1865 cover to Livorno, Italy, magenta manuscript "18" credit, transit and receiving backstamps, red boxed "PD" handstamp, right stamp light corner crease at top right, some slight wear, otherwise Very Fine, a scarce usage overpaying the 21¢ French Mail rate. Scott No. 69 Estimate $400 - 600.