Lot 330
(Colleges and Schools) The Rutgers Female Institute, lilac oval illustrated corner card showing but of Col. Henry Rutgers, on cover bearing 3¢ dull red (26) tied by "New York, Sep 20" cds to New Castle, Me., Very Fine.Estimate $100 - 150.
Colonel Henry Rutgers (1745-1830) was an early benefactor and namesake of Rutgers University.
Realized: $170