Lot
876 
Fort Keogh, Montana. Feb 24, 1883., rectangular postmark duplexed with Indian Head fancy cancel on 3¢ green (184) on cover to Philadelphia Pa., Mar. 3rd arrival backstamp, original datelined letter accompanies reading "…I have met with an accident to day while on duty by losing one of my fingers from the right hand and shall receive my discharge at once…" and requests settling account immediately for $1,300; small cover edge flaws and opened on three sides, F.-V.F. and scarce Fort fancy cancel. Estimate $200 - 300.
Fort Keogh was established in 1876 after the Battle of Little Big Horn as a base of operations against the Sioux Indians. The use of an Indian Head fancy cancel is quite appropriate.
Realized: $200