Lot
823 
Fair Play, Col. Ty., March 13th, 1863, manuscript postmark on cover to Auburn, N.Y., franked with 1861, 3¢ rose (s.e. at left) canceled by manuscript "#3", Very Fine and choice, a choice example of this rare manuscript postmark, this being the earliest recorded in Jarrett, ex Jarrett. Scott Nos. 65 Estimate $500 - 750.
In 1859 when prospectors flocked to Tarryall in South Park, they found a most unhospitable welcome. What's more it seemed as if all the best mining sites had been staked out. Therefore a number left and settled a community they called Fair Play to contrast the reception they had found at Tarryall.
Realized: $800