Lot
4116 
Australian States: Tasmania, 1862 (Apr. 24) Launceston, Tasmania to Birds Run Oh., mourning cover bearing Tasmania, 1d carmine (11) and 6d blue gray (15), two singles of each tied by "52" barred ovals, red "Post-Office Launceston, 24 AP 24, 1862" triangular crown postmark, carried by P&O to England, red London Paid (7.19) transit cds and pencil "8" pence rating, carried by Cunard Line Australasian from Queenstown Jul. 20th to New York arriving Jul. 30th, "N.York, Br. Pkt. '5' Jul 30" exchange due cds; couple light stains, F.-V.F. and scarce Tasmanian mourning cover use. Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
Realized: $1,450