Lot
4035 
(Restored Norfolk-Baltimore Route 4973) 1862 (Jun. 13) Norfolk Va. to Fredonia N.Y., circa 1862 cover with red white and blue patriotic design (Walcott 2412) bearing 3¢ rose (65), natural s.e. at right, tied by blue "Norfolk Va. Jun 13" cds, put onto Route 4973 after the restoration of the route from Norfolk to Baltimore; small edge tear at left, Very Fine. Estimate $150 - 200.
When Confederate forces abandoned Norfolk on May 19th 1862, the Union Acting Postmaster, Stanley G. Trott took control of the post office restoring the Baltimore route. A new contract.
Realized: $280