Lot
4055 
1855 (c., Jul. 12) Charleston S.C. to Marion Village S.c., cover bearing 3¢ dull red (11A), position 94R3, margins to touched, tied by "Charleston S.C. 'Paid' Jul 12" cds, matching "Steam-Boat" straightline and large "2" due rating for captain's fee; reduced slightly at right, Very Fine and interesting use. Estimate $300 - 400.
It is possible the 2¢ steamboat captain's fee was prepaid in cash as the Charleston cds has an integral "Paid". Had this been a contract mail steamboat, no 2¢ charge would have resulted as the letter would be considered fully prepaid. This gave a distinct advantage to contract steamboats.
Realized: $270