Lot
1059 
"Flora Vista N. Mex, Apl 27/79" (San Juan), manuscript postmark and matching ms. "X" on light blue cover to Albion Iowa; top edge flaws, Fine and unique example of the type 1 postmark, Helbock R8, ex-Welch. Estimate $200 - 300.
The Flora Vista post office opened in 1878 and operated until 1883 with two names, then in 1884, the post office changed names to an improved single-name of Floravista.
Realized: $130