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Raum's Express Franks, two different on 3¢ green (U83) fronts only, "Raum's Centerville, Ruby Hill and Shelburn Express, Agency White Pine Daily News" (RAU-006, one of only two known) postmarked "Shelbourne Nev., Nov 1" cds and "Raum's Ruby Hill, Rubyville, Centerville and Shelburn Express, Agency White Pine Daily News" (RAU-007, one of only 7 known) with some edge repair, Fine and scarce pair. Thomas No. RAU-006, RAU-007 Estimate $300 - 400.
Mell Raum operated this Nevada express in the 1870s near Eureka, Nev. and along the Eureka River.
Realized: $260