Lot
2506 
Cape Verde, 1877, 100r lilac, neatly tied by blue "S. Vincente, 21 7, 83" cds on fresh cover to Auburndale, Mass., reverse with red London & New York transit and receiving backstamps; cover opened mostly at sides, Very Fine, ex-Frazao; with 2008 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 7a Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.
A VERY RARE USAGE OF THE CROWN FIRST ISSUE ON COVER TO THE UNITED STATES.
Realized: $950