Lot
1532 
U.S. Gunboat Penobscot, manuscript endorsement on cover to Philadelphia, Pa., with additional "Off Pass. de San Luis" endorsement at bottom left, franked with 1861, 2¢ rose, two singles tied by "New York, Sep 30" cds and fancy duplex; cover slightly reduced at right, Very Fine and attractive, a scarce usage from this Union Civil War blockade squadron vessel; with 1996 A.P.S. certificate. Scott No. 65 Estimate $300 - 400.
The U.S. Gunboat Penobscot participated in blockade duties along the CSA Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
Realized: $1,150