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201

Rooster & "Up Boys and at 'em!". In black on orange envelope (L-1032), franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by St. Louis target duplex, Mar 21, 1862, to Summerville Mich., Very Fine. Scott No. 65 Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

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SOLD for $70.00
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202

Scott & Jeff Dogs. Captioned "Why don't you take it?", franked with 1857, 3¢ dull red tied by grid, postmarked "Nashua N.H., Aug 6, 1861" cds, to Middleton Mass., Very Fine. Scott No. 26 Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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203

Scott & Jeff Dogs. Caricature design on cover to Radnor, Pa., franked with 1857, 3¢ dull red tied by "Newport, R.I., Jul 8, 1861" cds, Very Fine. Scott No. 26 Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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SOLD for $130.00
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204

"Shield" of Liberty. In red & blue on cover franked with 1861 3¢ rose, tied by neat Mar 13 "Old Point Comfort, Va" date stamp to Westminster, Ct., Fine and scarce. Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

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205

Sixth Corps. - First Division. Red cross design (Weiss CO-50) bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by "Washington D.C. Feb 15 '64" duplex, addressed to Cedarville, N.Y., endorsed in cross "2nd Brigade, 121st N.Y.V."; clean and Very Fine. Walcott No. CO-50. Scott No. 65 Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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SOLD for $140.00
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206

Soldier and Angel. Multicolored Magnus design on "Who Will Care For Mother Now?" song lettersheet datelined "Fort Steaves D.C., March 26th/1864", with original cover to Vermont postmarked "Washington, D.C., Mar 30" and "Due 12" in circle handstamp, Very Fine, a rare used Magnus songsheet. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

SOLD for $230.00
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207

Soldier and Flag. Red design with slogan at top, on cover to "Hospital No. 15" in Nashville, Tenn., "Louisville, Ky., Feb 8, 1862" cds and matching "Due 3" in circle and the scarce fancy "Soldiers Letter" in shield handstamp; some edge tears and bottom flap repaired, Fine. Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

SOLD for $180.00
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208

Starving Confederate Horse & Dogs. Caricature design on cover franked with 1857, 1¢ blue, type I paying 1¢ drop letter rate, tied by partial Lynn Ms. cds; stamp with couple missing perfs at right, includes original red & blue-bordered patriotic lettersheet with manuscript. "Lines addressed to a Flay: Come, Philander, let us be a marching, &c &c &c", F.-V.F. and rare; with clear 1983 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 18 Estimate $750 - 1,000. (Image1)

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SOLD for $1,700.00
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209

(States) Illinois - For the Union. Multicolored Magnus dual patriotic design featuring female sitting on the globe and holding American flag, with fancy state seal alongside, on cover to Petersburg, Ill., with Lincoln, Ill. cds and target cancel tying 1861 3¢ rose, scarce design, Very Fine and attractive, ex. Risvold. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

SOLD for $1,350.00
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210

(States) Minnesota - For the Union. Multicolored Magnus dual patriotic design featuring female farmer allegory holding American flag, with fancy state seal alongside, on cover to Harford County, Md., double circle Harpers Ferry, Va. cds ties 1861 3¢ rose, very slight soiling, otherwise Very Fine, very scarce used example, ex. Risvold. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

SOLD for $1,100.00
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211

(States) Missouri - For the Union. Multicolored Magnus dual patriotic design featuring Fur Trapper holding American flag, with fancy state seal alongside, on cover to Centreville, Ohio., blue Baltimore, Md. cds ties 1861 3¢ rose, very slight soiling, Very Fine and attractive, the only reported used example of this design, ex. Risvold. Estimate $500 - 750. Design printed late in the War when patriotic sentiment was waning. (Image1)

SOLD for $1,300.00
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212

(States) New York For the Union. Multicolored Magnus designs on cover to Putnam, N.Y., franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by light "Washington D.C., Sep 11, 1861" cds; stamp with minor edge flaws and cover with restored sideflap, F.-V.F., very scarce. Scott No. 65 Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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213

(States) Pennsylvania - For the Union. Multicolored Magnus dual patriotic design featuring female farmer holding American flag, with fancy state seal alongside, on cover to Oakland, Penn., with Washington, D.C. cds tying 1861 3¢ rose (couple trivial faults), slight reinforcement lower left reverse corner, Choice Very Fine, rare design, ex. Risvold. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

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214

(States) Pennsylvania "For the Union". Hand colored Magnus two-panel design (L-1643) franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by partial Washington, D.C. cds, to Rileysville Pa.; slight perf flaws, otherwise Very Fine, ex Walcott. Scott No. 65 Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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215

(States) Vermont. All-over Camp Scene With Soldier in gray, franked with 3¢ rose tied by Washington, D.C. cds, to Ellicottville N.Y., Very Fine. Scott No. 65 Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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216

(States) Wisconsin. Bronze coat of arms design by Magnus, franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by neat pen cancel with matching manuscript. postmark "Beltsville Md, Nov 4", to Meredith Square N.Y., Extremely Fine, Believed To Be the Only Recorded Example of This Design. Scott No. 65 Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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217

"The Swamp Angel, Morris Island, S.C.". Patriotic design showing the famous 'Swamp Angel' that bombarded Charleston, on cover to N.Y. with "Port Royal, S.C., Aug 18, 1864" cds and matching "Due 3" handstamp below soldiers endorsement; slightly reduced at right, Very Fine. Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

SOLD for $400.00
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218

"The Swamp Angel. Morris Island, S.C.". With illustration of cannon firing, on partially rebacked cover, franked with 3¢ rose tied by double circle "Port Royal S.C.Aug 20 '64" cancel, to Pennsylvania; rare design, Fine appearance. Scott No. 65 Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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219

U.S. Capitol Building. Multicolored Magnus design on cover addressed to West Chester, Pa., franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by "Washington D.C., Sep 9, 1861" cds, accompanied by a songsheet "Draw the Sword Northland" with matching illustration; stamp with short perfs at left and nick at top, otherwise Very Fine, a rare Magnus design. Scott No. 65 Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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220

Union Volunteer Refreshment Saloon & Hospital. All-over design picturing the buildings in Philadelphia, franked with 3¢ rose postmarked with double circle "Norfolk, Va." cds; reduced at right with small repairs, otherwise F.-V.F. Estimate $75 - 100. (Image1)

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221

"View of the Capitol At Washington". Black and white patriotic design, franked with 3¢ rose tied by double circle Washington D.C. target duplex, to N.Y., few minor edge tears, slightly reduced at right, still lovely example, F.-V.F. Scott No. 65 Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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222

Washington & "The War for the Union" With "Beware of Traitors". Blue all-over design with 1864 "Washington, D.C." cds, endorsed "Soldiers Letter" with "Due 3" circular handstamp; very slightly reduced at left, F.-V.F. cover. Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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223

Zouave With Flag. 3-color design with slogan "With thus our hosts go…", Brown & Ryan, N.Y. imprint on reverse; franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by partial Washington, D.C. cds, to Cussewego Pa.; pre-use crease in stamp, Very Fine, quite spectacular. Scott No. 65 Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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224

Kimmel Multicolored Civil War Patriotics. Group of 19 different unused examples, spectacular hand colored designs in wonderful bright colors and featuring flags, eagles, female figures, patriotic slogans of "Union", etc; must be seen to be appreciated; a few trivial tone spots appear on some edges which are barely noticeable, otherwise outstanding collection of these rare items, Extremely Fine and scarce. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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SOLD for $500.00
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225

Union Patriotic Covers, 1861-1865. Archive of 6 patriotic covers and additional 14 letters (some with their covers), virtually all addressed to Miss Emma Leach of Connecticut. from various solder friends; letters full of newsy soldier talk; some very attractive patriotic designs including "Stand by the Flag", "Remember Fort Sumter" featuring Fort being bombarded and American flag; "I am for Union" with maiden and flag; five pointed red & blue star with McClellan's head in circle of 13 stars; and more; very attractive group, please inspect, generally F.-V.F (no photo). Estimate $500 - 750.

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SOLD for $675.00
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226

Union Patriotics, 1861-65. Group of 6 covers, all with interesting illustrations, including a hand-made design with stars & stripes in shields in corners; another showing bombardment and "Our gunboats attacking the Rebel Forts"; another with scene of slaves and master with whip saying "Come back here, you black rascal" and slave saying, "Can't come back nohow, massa; dis chile's CONTRABAN" and Fort Monroe in background; another with elaborate flags, shields, eagle, rifle, sword & drum, cannon addressed to Iowa; and 2 covers with patriotic designs and contents on patriotic stationery; somewhat mixed condition. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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227

Unused Selection of Union Patriotics. 16 pristine different examples, including three "Berlin & Jones" designs, some others with imprints such as Whitemore, Mumford, Reagles, some without imprint; several in color with flags, soldiers, poems, etc; fresh and Extremely Fine. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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228

Union Patriotics, 1861-65. Selection of 6 covers, including "Liberty and Union Forever" with red & blue margins, small "Phila Pa Jun 2 1864" cds; two covers with "Quartermaster's Department" corner cards, one with "Kautz' Cavalry Divion" imprint and 3¢ rose covering "Official Business", the other with "Thirtieth Regiment, Maine Veteran Vols." and both with "Old Point Comfort Va" double circle postmark; and all-over "State of New York / Adjutant-General's Office"; and front showing "Nightmare" with "Mrs. Davis dreaming she saw her husband with a rope around his neck" and "Providence R.I." red 1861 cds; attractive group, please inspect. Estimate $350 - 500. (Image1)

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229

Civil War Song Sheets. Lot of 15 scarce Civil War song sheets, many colorful Magnus designs including three with matching multicolor Patriotic envelope, plus one used illustrated letter sheet from soldier, and one front panel from a Union Patriotic Stationery Kit of James Gates in Cincinnati, A great selection of this popular collectible retailing over $3,000. Worth careful inspection. Estimate $1,000 - 1,500. (Image1)

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230

Abraham Lincoln. Beardless Portrait Design campaign cover with Ed. Mendell imprint, used to New Hampshire, franked with manuscript canceled 1857, 3¢ dull red, Bethel, Ill. postmark struck twice to correct error of date, Very Fine, ex Risvold. Milgram No. AL-55. Scott No. 26 Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

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231

Abraham Lincoln Campaign Cover. 1861 usage of attractive cover with Lincoln vignette, used as patriotic, with probably Congressional Free frank and Sep 7, 1861 Washington, D.C. cds, addressed to Bath, Maine, couple insignificant tone spots do not detract, otherwise Very Fine appearance. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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232

Beardless Lincoln Campaign Cover. Franked with 1857, 3¢ dull red tied by Palmyra N.Y. cds, Jan 24, to Albany N.Y., Very Fine; with 1980 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 26 Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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233

Grant & Colfax Campaign Cover, 1869. Late usage for this 1868 presidential election, franked with 3¢ 1869, manuscript cancel with unidentified town, very slightly reduced at left with trivial edge faults, F.-V.F. Estimate $75 - 100. (Image1)

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234

John Bell Campaign Cover. In red & blue on yellow (L-153) with Jas. A. Thomson imprint, franked with 1857 3¢ dull red tied by neat blue Cincinnati duplex, to Clifton O., Extremely Fine and quite rare. Scott No. 26 Estimate $500 - 750. Bell was one of three candidates to be defeated by Lincoln in the 1860 presidential election, the others being John Breckenridge and Stephen Douglas. (Image1)

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235

11A

John Fremont. Oval frame portrait in blue (Milgram JF-37, rarity 3) on cover to Buffalo, N.Y., franked with 1851, 3¢ dull red tied by "Urbana, O., Nov 6" cds, interesting pencil docketing…Received Nov 8th, 1856, 4 days after the election of the president of thee United States; small cover stain in lower left corner, otherwise Very Fine, a very rare campaign design in blue (1-5 known), accompanied by 3 different unused Fremont covers. Scott No. 11A Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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236

1861, Civil War Letter & Cover. 3¢ red #26 tied by grid cancel on cover to Plainfield, N.H. with red New Haven cds; contents of letter from son to mother describing big Union concert at Music Hall & New Haven Brass Band; talks of rigid military discipline, train loads of large cannon, 25,000 stands of arms, 50,000 cartridges, 4 car loads of powder and shot and shell, 30 carloads of muskets, etc., and how the Legislature appropriated two million dollars in order to place the state on a war footing; unusually newsy letter (no photo). Estimate $100 - 150.

SOLD for $100.00
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237

1864 Election Returns. Two legal size covers, the first inscribed "Presidential Election" at top, and "Tally-Sheet" at bottom, addressed to "Clerk of the Court of Mercer County, Celina, Ohio" and franked with 3¢ rose postmarked with "Nashville Ten" duplex; the other inscribed "Soldier's Vote." and paragraph entitled "Duties of Elector receiving a Solder's Vote", with Congressional free-frank and addressed to "William Messing, Esq." at Buffalo, N.Y., F.-V.F. Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

SOLD for $375.00
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238

1865, Sanitary Commission Covers. Three covers, 2 with "U.S. Christian Commission" corner cards (one with additional "Soldier's Letter" imprint), and third cover with "U.S. Sanitary Commission" corner card; all three from Washington, D.C. to Pennsylvania; mixed condition, F.-V.F. lot. Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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239

Blockade Gun Boat Cover, C.1865. Addressed to Union sailor on blockade gunboat duty at Bridgeport, Alabama "On Board the Gun Boat General Thomas", with Pennsylvania postmark "Feb 13" (1865) tying #65; minor creases & slightly reduced at right, Fine and scarce. Estimate $200 - 300. Four gun boats were built at Chattanooga under the orders of General Sherman to control the upper Tennessee River. (Image1)

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240

"Brought to Brooklyn, from Bull's Run, Va., July 20, By A.S. Wheeler, of 106 Fulton Ave.". Printed on flap of cover postmarked "Brooklyn, N.Y./Jul 22" cds with "C.H. Van Wyck, M.C." free frank to Tully, N.Y., Very Fine and unusual. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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241

Citizen's Volunteer Hospital. Overall lithograph design on cover to Saco Me., design in grayish blue with panel depicting Hospital Building, Soldiers and Civilians with "Duval & Son Ltd." imprint, franked with 1861 3¢ rose (straddle-pane margin) tied by target with duplex "Phila. Pa. May 2, 1863" cds, redirected to Conway Centre N.H. with a second 3¢ rose tied by black grid with red "Saco Me." double-circle datestamp, two tiny tears at top, Extremely Fine, ex-Kantor and illustrated in their book (Fig. 262) and ex-Martin; with 2005 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 65 Estimate $1,500 - 2,000. A Marvelous Example of this Rare Civil War Hospital Design. (Image1)

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242

(Dead Letter Office) 1861 3¢ Rose. Tied by "Naples N.Y. Jul 29" cds on buff cover addressed to "Harvey T. Allcott, Gettysburg Theological, Seminary Hospital, Gettysburg Pa", address crossed out and sent to the D.L.O. with blue "Dead Letter Office, P.O. Dept., Oct 27" double oval datestamp, red "A" and ms. tracking numbers, blue "$1" for money enclosed; creased, Fine. Scott No. 65 Estimate $200 - 300. Harvey T. Allcott belonged to Company K of the 126th New York Infantry and was wounded at Gettysburg. (Image1)

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243

Letter from Wife & Daughter to Union Soldier. 4-page tender and loving letter dated May 31, 1863 from New Bedford, MA to 47th Massachusetts Infantryman Capt. Joseph Burt, at New Orleans with Bank's Expedition, speaks of…acquaintance in navy shot in leg, amputated, died…what dreadful work this war makes…if you live and we live we will have sausages, baked beans, pumpkin pies…; included are a partial transcription of the letter, its original cover with intact stamp, service history and 47th Massachusetts history., F.-V.F. Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

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244

Miamiville P.O./Camp Dennison, O./Jan 25, 1864. Full strike of cds on co ver to Malaga, O., franked wi th 1861, 3¢ rose tied by target handstamp; cover slightly reduced at left, Very Fine, a choice strike of the Camp Dennison postmark. Scott No. 65 Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

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245

Nashville, Ten./Aug. 18, 1862. Blue double circle postmark on Soldier's Letter to Michigan with matching "Due 3" handstamp, soldier's endorsement at top from the 1st Michigan Engineers and Mechanics Regiment, cover with red & blue Patriotic piping along flap edges, Extremely Fine (Pictured in Monroe Book, pg. 24). Estimate $50 - 75. (Image1)

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246

26, 15L14

"Old Stamps Not Recognized". Boldly-struck two-line handstamp tying 1857 3¢ dull red (defective) on cover to soldier at Camp Seward, Washington D.C., used with Blood's City Despatch, Philadelphia Pa. (1¢) Bronze on Lilac (large margins to slightly in), acid tied, postmarked "Philadelphia Pa. Aug. 26, 1861" cds and "Due 3" handstamp, part strike of "Blood's Penny Post Philada. Aug. 26, 2-1/2 P.M." double-circle handstamp at left, flap opened to show full 3¢ stamp which overlaps edge, reduced at left, Fine, ex-Gallagher; with 1976 & 2007 P.F. certificates. Scott No. 26+15L14 Estimate $7,500 - 10,000. One of Two Complete Covers with the "Old Stamps Not Recognized" Handstamp and Blood's Local Adhesive. August 26, 1861, is the First Day the Demonetized 1857 Adhesive Stamps were no longer valid for postage in Philadelphia.The contract with Toppan, Carpenter & Co. for printing the postage stamps of the 1857 Issue expired on June 10, 1861. A new contract was made with the National Bank Note Co. The designs were changed and the old issue was demonetized, as large stocks of some denominations remained on hand in the seceded post offices of the South.An elaborate plan was devised for phasing out the old and issuing the new stamps, which were not ready until mid-August 1861. To begin, supplies were issued to major post offices. Then, the post office would advertise to exchange the old for the new. Finally, after a short exchange period, the old stamps would no longer be recognized as valid postage.Philadelphia was one of the first to receive the new stamps, and so the 1857 Issue and old-style embossed envelopes were demonetized by that post office earlier than at many others. The new 1861 Issue embossed envelopes were announced as available on August 8, with a five-day exchange period expiring on August 13. The new 1861 Issue adhesive stamps were announced as available on August 19, with a six-day exchange period expiring on August 25. (Source: Elliott Perry, Pat Paragraphs reprint, parcel post. 97, 140-141).After the expiration dates, any old-style embossed envelope or adhesive stamp would be marked "Old Stamps Not Recognized" and postage due. Nesbitt and Star Die entires are known bearing the "Old Stamps Not Recognized" handstamp dated on August 17 and 19, 1861. The earliest recorded use of this marking on an adhesive is August 26, 1861, the first day the stamps were invalid for postage in Philadelphia (two covers recorded, each with 3¢ 1857, including the one offered here). According to the Levi records, there are two other 3¢/Blood's combinations with the "Old Stamps Not Recognized" handstamp: a complete cover dated September 14 (Rumsey Sale 7, lot 2150, April 1999, realized $25,000 hammer) and a front only dated August 27 (ex-LeBow, Siegel Sale 886). (Image1)

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247

Paymaster General's Office. Oversized chief clerk's cover with free frank to Charleston S.C., "Washington D.C. Free Mar 3" cds, original tables of daily pay of Army cards; creasing and stains, Fine. Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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248

Philadelphia Postal History. Group of six covers including #73 on local carrier cover, some interesting corner cards of Military and Naval Claim Office, embossed Conveyancers, also includes #146 on Rosebank Nursery of Nashville unsealed cover, Fine. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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249

(Sanitary Fair) Great Central Fair for the Sanitary Commission. Pristine illustrated 2¢ black entire, light "Philadelphia PA Post Office" cancel, neatly addressed to Mrs. Thomas P. James [chairman of the Ladies Committee]; expertly repaired at top, lovely Extremely Fine appearance. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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250

(Sanitary Fair) U.S. Sanitary Commission or Christian Commission Letters and Circulars. Group of 20 items (1864-66), letters, envelopes, including soldier's letters written in the field in North Carolina, Richmond, Va. prison, Army and Navy Claim Agency and Army of the Potomac, also includes printed documents, including one with 2¢ Revenue, one envelope franked with 2¢ Black Jack, interesting group., F.-V.F. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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251

(Slavery) Office of Board of Claims, for Slaves Enlisted in U.S. Service. Imprint on cover addressed to Harrisonville Md., franked with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by blue "Baltimore Md May 20" duplex; cover faults, Fine and unusual. Scott No. 65 Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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252

(Slavery) Slave Bill of Sale January 8 1852. (Image1)

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253

(Slavery) Slave Bill of Sale May 19 1858. (Image1)

SOLD for $290.00
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254

(Slavery) Slave Bill of Sale November 23 1856. (Image1)

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255

(Slavery) Slave Sale Receipt, January 12, 1865. Datelined at Charleston S.C. showing sale of "One Negro Slave, faults, Fine. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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256

Union Soldier's Letter. 4-page letter on patriotic stationery dated September 29, 1861 written just after 1st Bull Run from PA Volunteer E. W. Freeman, plus its original patriotic cover with manuscript "Tennally Town" postmark, letter is datelined "Camp Tenaly (old neighborhood in Washington D.C.), Sept 29th 1861" about actions around Manassas; talks about huge aquaduct and much news of fighting …there was a battle fought yesterday and our troops took Munson Hill …seen a man that was in the fight and he had a horse shot from under him …the rebels were retreating back to Manassas Junction to concentrate all their forces there to take a firm stand…the boys are getting anxious to have a brush with the Rebels, Very Fine and attractive. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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257

Union Soldier's Letter. 4-page letter datelined Warrenton (Va.) April 23rd (1862) to Maine, with original cover postmarked with double circle Washington, D.C. cds, from Charles Beal, filled with interesting information about foraging for food & posting soldier's letters…there was five hundred Rebels cavalry there the night before but they had got wind of our coming and took to their heels before we arrived…We go out foraging almost every day after grain for our horses and food for ourselves…and killed 9 turkeys, 5 ducks, 11 chickens and 2 geese and got a large jar of honey and just as much tobacco as we could carry that was in its natural state. I found one barn of it about 150 feet long and 60 feet wide all strung full of it. I tell you whatever it is we help ourselves to whatever you want. We have not got paid off yet, but we expect to in a few days and then we shall get 4 months pay; accompanied by photo of daguerreotype and recruiting poster, F.-V.F. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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258

Union Soldier's Letter. 2-page letter from 51st Massachusetts Infantryman Leonard Webster to his wife and children in Smithfield, MA, written from his muster and assembly Camp Briggs in Jamaica, NY on October 15, 1862, about camp life for a new recruit, speaks of wife visiting camp…I think you had better take some 12 or 14 dollars for your expenses…I have 3 dollars left…I don't spend it very fast…my duty is to sweep the barracks…; From the 2nd letter…I had two of my teeth filled which cost me one dollar…we drew our rubber and wooling as soon as we got on to the ground and as our tents were not all here were distributed about the camp…we have men enough to choose officers…my breakfast was hash this morning and if all the meals relish as good it will be better than I expected…; included are the original transmittal cover with stamp faulty), a summary history of Webster's service and a partial transcription of the letter.; also including another Webster letter home, written on patriotic stationery, with further news of camp life., F.-V.F. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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259

Union Soldier's Letter. Two 4-page letters from Cpt. Andrew Upson about moving prisoners, each with its original cover, datelined "Stevenson, Ala., December 14, 1863" and "December 29, 1863"; covers are postmarked Nashville, Ten., letters deal with problems of moving P.O.W.'s…I received orders to proceed to Chattanooga in charge of all the Federal prisoners now confined here…I prefer prisoners with the boys outside who carry loaded guns, then matters go smoothly….two more men returned this morning from eastern hospitals… they were wounded at Gettysburg & now are recovered, other logistic aspects; Upson's service record included, F.-V.F. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

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260

Union Soldier's Letter. Three letters in a series from 45th Massachusetts Infantry (the famous & historic "Boston Cadet Regiment") member Col. Charles Codman to his wife in Boston, written from New Berne, NC; the first letter written on April 14, 1863, about troop movements…Last night a reconnaissance was sent out under Spinola across the river toward Washington…They have not yet returned… News has come from Washington. The 5th Rhode Island were successful in running the blockade. They were fired at and their vessel hit but no one was hurt. The gunboats kept up a fire on the batteries and distracted their attention… … I have been reading an article the April Atlantic called "A Spasm of Sense" which seems to me to be very entertaining and contains much sound advice .Provisions and ammunition reached General Foster with the 5th Rhode Island and with these he can hold Washington. So long as he has provisions and ammunition I do not believe that the enemy can take the place. I have no doubt that our friends in the 44th are safe. I should have heard if it were not so…There is a story this morning that General Foster has arrived in New Bern. I shall not have time to learn its truth before the mail leaves but I should not be surprised if it were true. Since the 5th Rhode Island succeeded in running the blockade it appears to me that our difficulties lessen but I can't comprehend why the naval men have magnified the power of the batteries so greatly.Good bye my dearest. I hope to hear soon that the children are convalescent. My love to them all. Affectionately and fondly yours, CRC (Colonel C R Codman); the second letter dated April 21st continues describing anticipation of future troop movements, etc; family matters, and so forth; the third letter dated June 20th, 1863, also contains war content and speaking of perhaps imminent mustering out, Fine. Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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261

Union Soldier's Letter. 4 -page letter datelined "September 25, 1863, Hospital Scotts "900"" (famous regiment) from 11th NY Cavalryman Alonzo Freeman, with content including …what do you think of the war out west? I think that Rosencranz (Rosecrans) did first rate but it was strange that General Burnside did not reinforce him…At Charleston, we are getting along very slowly. Fort Sumter is in possession of the rebels yet. We have seven companies stationed almost sixteen miles from here. They are skirmishing with the rebels almost every day…Our hospital is filled with sick, plus its original cover, F.-V.F. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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262

Union Soldier's Letter. 3-page letter from Elijah Rockhold of the 89th Ohio Infantry to his mother, from his camp near Carthage, TN on March 11, 1863; about raids and an attack, he writes that his company went on a "scout", got on a boat & went 30 miles to some little town, confiscated corn & wheat & 10 intelligent contraband. they have one of them cooking, he doesn't know much, but thinks he can learn. the guards are getting attacked (describes the attack) and thinks there will be a fight soon…a woman came in camp by horseback and said that the enemy was 5,000-7,000 strong within 7 miles of camp and they are getting ready; Included are the original cover with stamp, a summary of his service record, his detailed bio and a partial transcription of the letter. Elijah survived 15 months in Andersonville and Libby prisons., F.-V.F. Estimate $150 - 200. (Image1)

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263

Union Soldier's Letter. 4-page letter from the 44th NY Infantry (the famous "Ellsworth's Avengers") soldier William "Wib" Merrill to his parents in Dayton, NY, written "in the trenches at Petersburg on July 17 1864", two weeks before the famous Battle of the Crater; included are the original cover (stamp peeled off), summary of Wib's service record, summary of the 44th's record and a partial transcription of Wib's letter to his parents., F.-V.F. Estimate $150 - 200. Letter contains an interesting description of the bomb proof the soldiers have built along their trenches, a report of Jubal Early's Washington, DC raid, and much more about life in the trenches. (Image1)

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264

Union Soldier's Letter. 4-page letter from 114th U.S. Colored Troops Asst. Surgeon Albert Lane Norris, datelined "Brownsville, Tex., April 14, 1866"…I have tried to hire the (10) ten colored men for you but presume I met with the same difficulties that you and Uncle JC did in your trial - men wont enter into contract or are afraid &c…Brownsville is not a place that will attract many men of Color to remain here, with original "Official Business" cover, plus copy of photo of Norris, his service record and partial transcription of letter, F.-V.F. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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266

Fort Smith, Ark., 1863-1865 Letters. Group of 6 letters with covers, most addressed to Mrs. Graton, including two bearing unlisted straight line "Fort Smith, Ark." postmarks (very rare) dated "1864" along with" Due" and "Forwarded" markings; also "Lawrence, K.T." along with "Paid 3" in circle, with corner card "Whitney House, Lawrence, Kansas"; several Fort Scott cds's, another with double circle "Little Rock, Ark.May 29 '65"; most endorsed Soldier's Letter with officer's signature, one with Fort Blum; letter contents with detailed description of activities; interesting archive, F.-V.F. Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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267

Soldier's Correspondence, 1863-1865. Group of 15 letters, mostly from a Capt. Graton to his wife in Michigan, Kansas & New York, with a few from wife to him, most franked with 1861 3¢ rose, various postmarks and including Fort Scott, Kas., Roseville, Ark., Leavenworth, Kas., Little Rock, Ark., etc.; some with interesting endorsements such as "Via Springfield & St. Louis, Mo."; many with "Soldier's Letter" and commanding officer; various "Due" & "Forwarded" markings, most with extensive contents describing troop movements, daily activities, etc.; most with docketing information, note "Fort Blunt, C.N."; "Fort Gibson, C.N.", etc; covers in somewhat mixed condition; very interesting archive, Fine lot. Estimate $750 - 1,000. (Image1)

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Confederacy, Benti Middleton Letter to Arthur Huger. Folded letter dated "Sept 26th 1862" to family friend wishing to enlist in Marion Artillery, franked with 4-margin 10¢ light blue postmarked Charleston, S.C. with same date, F.-V.F. Scott No. 2 Estimate $300 - 400. Both the Middleton and Huger families were prominent in South Caroline. (Image1)

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269

Confederacy, Confederate Gen. S.R. Gist Letter to Col F.S. Bartow. ALS of Gist dated Feby 20th 1861, on official "Adj. & Insp. Genl's Office, Charleston, S.C." stationery with original legal size cover inscribed "State of South Carolina, Executive Department"with palmetto tree, franked with pair of U.S. 3¢ dull red cancelled "Charleston, S.C. Feb 21 1861"; letter is referring to requesting a report from Gov. Pickens…"There are only three companies of Artillery & three of Infantry organized under the Enlisted Service Bill, but the recruits are being sent in rapidly & in a few days, the whole force will be in the field. The officers appointed outside of the former U. S. Army are from the most influential families of our State.", F.-V.F. Estimate $2,500 - 3,500. Col. Bartow became the first "high ranking" Confederate officer to be killed in battle (Bull Run). The rally cry of "Remember Bartow" was printed on many Confederate patriotic covers. "States Rights" Gist was killed at the battle of Franklin, Tennessee on Nov. 30th, 1864. (Image1)

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270

Confederacy, Confederate Soldier's Letter. 8-page letter from Confederate 3rd VA Cavalryman Thomas B. Booth, datelined Yorktown, June 12, 1861; plus original cover, plus transcription; letter talks about the Battle of Bethel Church …My Little Darling, I received your dear sweet letter and the box you so kindly sent me. You cannot imagine how much obliged I feel to you for it. I was on picket duty at the time it landed at the wharf. Saw it pass in the wagon camp. That was day before yesterday morning. Last night I was relieved, got to camp about dark and the first thing I inquired for was the box because I knew there was a letter in there from Little Darling. Bless your heart for both box and letter. According to promises I write to inform you we have had an engagement with those outrageous invaders. We met that at a church called Bethel about eighteen miles from here where we had thrown up a very strong fortification. I have only to say the enemy were badly whipped. we lost only one man. the enemy met with great loss, from one to three hundred. They were hauling them off from the time of the first gun fired, they had about three to four thousand men to our twelve hundred … the retreating enemy were followed by cavalry to two and a half miles of Hampton [VA] … I hardly think they will return. One of our pickets was just captured. We had an engagement yesterday morning that lasted three hours, F.-V.F. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

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271

Confederacy, Confederate Soldier's Letter. Richmond, VA to Augusta, GA, franked with 10¢ rose, postmarked May 29, 1862, from C.S.A. officer Harry Hammond to his wife Emily Hammond who is staying with her parents during the war (a common arrangement). We know he is an officer, otherwise the letter would have been sent postage due, and we learn later from the letter that he is a cavalryman. The envelope is addressed to his father-in-law (presumably) Col. H.H. Cummings, who is also obviously in the C.S.A. Army. The envelope was prepared by Harry on May 27 and he is assiqned to the 31st (presumably the 31st Virginia but could also be the 31st Georgia) brigade, according to the docketing marks; envelope also carries the manuscript notation "For B.L.H.", directing the contents to his wife Emily., Very Fine; with 1995 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 5 Estimate $750 - 1,000. This letter is remarkably historic in timing, setting and content. The writer notes that his negro manservant and mare, brought along to his enlistment, are both serving him well. Confederate soldiers generally brought their own menservants and steeds. The letter shows that the writer is serving under Brigadier General John Gregg who is under Confederate Army General Joseph B. Johnston. The letter is written just before the two day long battle of Fair Oaks (Seven Pines), in which over 6,000 Confederate troops and over 5,000 Union troops were lost with an indecisive outcome. Historians generally agree that Johnston made some very bad decisions during this battle. Note the writer's remark about the war being a game of chess, reflecting the mixed popularity of General Johnston. He was never held in high regard by Confederate President Jefferson Davis. The writer is either naive or does not wish to frighten his wife regarding the fighting and about his regiment being marched south into battle positions around Richmond. History shows that the fighting and skirmishing were intense all along the Fredericksburg to Richmond corridor between April 1862 and the end of June 1862 as the union and Confederate forces amassed along this corridor. By the descriptions in the letter, the writer is apparently with an advance guard and he describes moving troops further south east of Richmond into battle position while under enemy artillery fire. The writer describes searching for discarded weapons from the stony Creek Point Skirmish and Confederate retreat two days before this letter was written, on May 25, 1862. By April 4, 1862, McClellan's Union army had started its advance up the James River toward Richmond. Yorktown had fallen to McClellan by May 5, clearing the way for the union army's further penetration up the James to ultimately threaten Richmond. McClellan's advance forced the Confederates to abandon Norfolk and several other positions north, concentrating their troops around the defense of Richmond. The author describes his part in that concentration move from Fredericksburg. This letter, written on May 27, precedes by four days the disabling wounding of General Joseph B. Johnston at Fair Oaks, leading to the appointment of General Robert E. Lee as commander of the Confederate Army. (Image1)

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272

Confederacy, Confederate Soldier's Letter. Confederate officer 2-page letter, from S.H. Dent to his sister, plus original transmittal cover, plus transcription. The letter contains valuable new information not in the O.R. about Confederate troop movements after Bragg's defeat at Chattanooga. Until now, details of those movements and their associated command structures have been unclear. S.H. (Stouten Hubert) Dent is a more important person in history than this letter suggests. A devoted pre-war secessionist, Dent resigned his commission and was allegedly connected with the Northwest Conspiracy that attempted to destroy the north. After the war, Dent was pursued by Union General John T. Croxton who sought to have him arrested and tried for treason. S. H. Dent's name appears on a captured Ku Klux Klan document, leading to the speculation that he was a participating member. As a practicing attorney after the war, Dent is known to have authored at least one of the local "black codes" that restricted Alabama black citizen's freedoms. Dent's views subsequently moderated, according to the record of his service on the committee that wrote the 1901 Alabama state constitution. This same constitution remains in effect in Alabama today., F.-V.F. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

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273

Confederacy, Confederate Soldier's Letter. 2-page letter from Confederate 10th VA infantry soldier Dilman Eastep to his sister datelined Sept 20, 1863, "Camp 12 miles below Orange Court House"; written after Gettysburg but before the Mine Run campaign…Times are hard at this time everywhere and things of every description are so dear that men in service getting but eleven dollars of this Confederate money per month cannot support their families. Consequently, if the government does not do something soon for us we will have to suffer and if speculation does not stop and if our money is not made legal tender the Confederacy must go under; Included are a tintype photo of Eastep, his wallet, a transcription of his letter and his soldier's record., F.-V.F. Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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274

Confederacy, "Flag of Truce, Apl 4th 1864". Endorsement on cover addressed to "Col. Geo. S. Waring Jr., Comdg 1st Brig U.S. Cav., Raleigh Tenn.", original enclosure datelined "Hd. Qrs. Confederate Cav., Morning Sun Apl. 4th/64" and states "Capt Wenrick of the 19th Penn. was captured yesterday without wound, he is well cared for and sent to the rear", Very Fine, a scarce courtesy extended between Confederate and Union forces. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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Confederacy Fort Warren July 1st 1864. (Image1)

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Confederacy, G.T. Beauregard to So. Carolina Gov. Bonham. Datelined July 13th 1863, on lettersheet inscribed "Head Quarters, Department of South Carolina, Ga. & Fla.", to South Carolina Gov. Bonham, regarding the dire need to use Negro labor for the defense of Charleston, as follows: "Sir, You are aware of the inability of the State authorities under the operations of the law to meet my requisitions for slave labor, and can readily trace some of the consequences in the events of the past week. However, there is no course by which the defects of the law can to some extent be repaired even at this late day? Believing that there must be a remedy in the patriotism and intelligence of the planters of South Carolina, I shall invoke your Executive Proclamation to them in this exigent hour, to send their negroes with spades and shovels to this city, without an instant of delay or hesitation, to the extent of three thousand effective laborers. This can be but an inappreciable subtraction from the labor resources of the people at this or any time. Each negro should be provided with at least three days of subsistence. The people of each district or neighborhood should select some overseer or manager for their negroes, who shall go and remain with them while they are employed. Respectfully…G.T. Beauregard, Gen. Comdg." With the letter is a newspaper article concerning the naming of overseers - one for every 50 negroes. Letter in excellent condition with the flourishing signature of Beauregard, Very Fine, this is a very historical letter as it is the first time in U.S. history that blacks were compelled to labor for the ruling government, in effect fighting against the forces that were trying to free them. Estimate $4,000 - 5,000. (Image1)

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277

Confederacy, Hd. Qtrs. Taliaferro Brig., February 20th, 1863. Dateline on letter enclosed in cover carried "Favor of Capt Mortz" to Harrisonburg Va. where manuscript "Due 2 cts" drop letter rating added, letter written by Col. Edward T. H. Warren of the 10th Virginia Infantry with interesting 4 pages of content…"What a difference in this respect between our army and the Yankees, they are as solemn as a church without any spirit for fun or amusement. Ours on the contrary, full of life and fight…", Very Fine; with 1985 P.F. certificate. Estimate $200 - 300. (Image1)

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278

Confederacy Head Quarters Department of South Carolina Georgia & Florida. (Image1)

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Confederacy, J.E.B. Stuart. Bold endorsement "Congratulations of J. E. B. Stuart" on flap of buff cover with "Head Quarters, Army of the Potomac, C.S.A." imprint and manuscript "Official Business" endorsement, address to Lt. Col. Fitzhugh Lee, 1st Va. Cavalry, original letter datelined "Hd. Qtrs. Army Potomac, Sept. 30th 1861" and states "The General Commanding directs that you report at once to Brig. Genl. J.E.B. Stuart at once your appointment as Lieut. Colonel of the 1st Virginia Cavalry having been made…", signed "Thos. G. Rhett, A. A. Genl."; cover with some wear along top edge, flap with tiny edge tear and light crease, Very Fine, a remarkable field cover signed by J.E.B. Stuart. Estimate $5,000 - 7,500. General James Ewell Brown "Jeb" Stuart was one of the Lee's most trusted generals, participating in numerous Civil War battles. (Image1)

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Confederacy Jefferson Davis. (Image1)

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Confederacy, Lexington, Va., Mar. 31. Blue cds on allover Virginia Military Inst. advertising cover bearing 3¢ dull red (26), faulty, tied by matching circled grid, addressed to Swinglesville, Tenn., original enclosed letter from Cadet William Y. Hannum to his brother datelined "Va. Mil. Institute, March 28th 1861", he writes home concerning the secession of various states and the status of their home state Tenn., Very Fine and scarce Va. Mil. Inst. letter during the turbulent times. Estimate $300 - 400. William Y. Hannum was commissioned as a 1st Lieut. in Company B of the 48th Virginia Infantry a month after this letter was written. His brother, Frank, enlisted in Company K of the 61st Tenn. Infantry. After serving almost two years, William was wounded at the battle of Cedar Run, Va. (Image1)

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Confederacy R.E. Lee Autographed Carte-De-Visite. (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Slavery) Letter Regarding Slaves in Charleston, So. Carolina. Folded letter datelined Conwayboro, Oct. 5th, 1863, Plowdar C.J. Weston inquires about his 12 Negroes: "Dear Sir, Would you be so good as to enquire of Major Echols, or some other competent person, about my 12 Negroes from Fairfield who have been working in Charleston since the 16th August. I am anxious to know something about them… " Letter franked with pair of 5¢ blue tied by Conwayboro, S.C. cds, Very Fine. Scott No. 6 Estimate $200 - 300. Gen Beauregard ordered the citizens of Charleston to provide 3,000 slaves to build fortifications around Charleston. (Image1)

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284

Confederacy, Southern Free Frank Covers. 6 folded letters; includes postmaster franks from Hillsboro, N.C., Raleigh, N.C. & Bloomfield, Ky., Official Business cover from Greensborough, Ga., red Belefonte, Ala. town on cover to President James Polk and a usage from Gainesville, Ga. to Howell Cobb in Washington D.C.; condition varies, F.-V.F. overall. Estimate $250 - 350. (Image1)

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285

Confederacy, Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson. Free frank "T.J. Jackson, Maj. Gen." endorsement on buff cover addressed entirely in his hand to Rev. D. White in Lexington Va., manuscript "Constantine" and small "Paid" straightline handstamp; light edge wear, Very Fine, a choice and rare example of a Jackson field cover. Estimate $7,500 - 10,000. Dr. William S. White, the addressee, was the pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Lexington Va. and was Jackson's pastor. His was the church where Jackson was instrumental in starting a colored Sunday School. In the book Jackson and the Preachers by John W. Schildt, the author notes that monthly Jackson would send a contribution to the colored Sunday School. (Image1)

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286

Confederacy, C.S.A. and U.S. Balance. Group of seven covers all stampless except LO2 on cover with light Philadelphia star cancel, better includes CSA Cannon patriotic from Richmond to Eutaw Pa., and cover to Virginia City Mont. with "Way Packet" endorsement, some faults, interesting group, Fine. Estimate $500 - 750. (Image1)

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287

Confederacy, (Military Related) 1863, 10¢ Blue. Four large margins, hint of toning at bottom right, tied by "Lexington, Va./Jul.1" cds addressed to "Brig. Gen. Pendleton, Chief of Artillery, Army Northern Virginia, Care of Gen Lee, via Winchester", cover with trivial water stain, F.-V.F., a wonderful military address. Scott No. 11 Estimate $200 - 300. William Nelson Pendleton (December 26, 1809 ? January 15, 1883) was an American teacher, Episcopal priest, and soldier. He served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War, noted for his position as Gen. Robert E. Lee's chief of artillery for most of the conflict. After the war Pendleton returned to the priesthood and became a religious writer.Beginning in July 1861 Pendleton led the artillery of the Confederate Army of the Potomac, and on March 14, 1862, he continued in this role after the army was renamed the Army of Northern Virginia. On March 26 he was promoted to brigadier general. His most noted Civil War performance occurred during the 1862 Maryland Campaign. On the evening September 19 Lee gave Pendleton command of the rearguard infantry following the Battle of Sheperdstown, ordering him to hold the Potomac River crossings until the morning. Despite a commanding position from which to defend the fords, "Pendleton lost track of his forces and lost control of the situation." Awakening Lee after midnight, he frantically reported his position lost and all of his guns captured. This turned out to be a highly exaggerated and hasty account, as he lost only four guns, but he had pulled out the infantry "without sufficient cause." Richmond newspapers viciously reported on this incident for the remainder of the war, and unflattering rumors and jokes were spread by his own soldiers and throughout the army. At least one military court of inquiry was held to investigate Pendleton's actions at Sheperdstown.Throughout the war, he continues in his religious calling, always preaching to his men. Pendleton surrendered with Lee's army at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865, and was paroled from there and returned home. (Image1)

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Confederacy (Military Related) "Head Quarters/20th Regt - S.C.V./January the 12th/Ad 1863". (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Military Related) Petersburg, Va./Sep. 14 (1861). Blue cds with matching "Paid" straight line & "5" rate handstamps on cover to "John E. Meade Esq., Care Capt. Danl. Dodson, 12th Reg. Va. Vols., Harrison Farm, near Norfolk, Va.", included is interesting original enclosure datelined "Camp Bartow/Sept. 12th, 1861", cover slightly reduced at right, F.-V.F. Estimate $100 - 150. (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Military Related) Richmond, Va./Aug. 13, 1861. Cds with handstamp "Paid 5cts" on cover and addressed to Richmond, included is original enclosure, some erosion ant staining, letter folds reinforced with archival tape, Fine. Estimate $300 - 400. This would seem to be an over paid drop letter, but the original soldier's camp letter is datelined "Fort Magruder near Williamsburg, Sunday, Aug. 11, 1861". The cover was therefore carried into Richmond from Williamsburg, so the 5¢ rate would be correct.The letter is quite lengthy and gives good insight into camp life early in the war, "Gen. Magruder has issued orders that no one shall be discharged if he can recover in camp…" A typed transcript of the letter is included. the writer is identified as W.L. Brown of Virginia Albemarle Artillery. (Image1)

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291

Confederacy, (Military Related) Richmond, Va./Jul. 31, 1861. Cds with "Paid/5cts" handstamp on cover addressed by Judah P. Benjamin (Attorney General of Confederate States) to Martinsville, Va., endorsed at top right "Atto Genl 26th July 1861", a rare cover as Benjamin only served as Attorney General from 25 Feb to 17 Sept 1861; signed by B. Green. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Military Related) Richmond, Va./Jun. 4, 1861. Cds (4th day of Confederate States postal system) with "Paid 10" handstamps on cover addressed by Capt. Edward Porter Alexander (later General) to his wife - thus his signature in Washington, Geo., some light soiling, F.-V.F.; signed by B. Green. Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Military Related) Richmond, Va./Jun. 5. Tying 1863-64 10¢ blue (large even margins) on turned cover to "Col. Bryan Grimes, 4th N.C.I., Ramseurs Brigade, Rhodes Division, Enell's Corps, Richmond, Va." from his brother, inside usage is from Grimes and written in his hand to his bother franked with 1863-64 10¢ blue (large even margins) tied by "Westchester, Va." cds to Raleigh, N.C., Very Fine, Col. Bryan Grimes was promoted Maj. General on 15 Feb 1865.). Scott No. 11 Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Military Related) Richmond, Va./May 17, 1863. Blue cds Powell type 5b) tying 1862 5¢ blue vert. pair (large even margins) on turned cover to Charlottesville, Va., inside usage franked with 1862 5¢ blue vert. pair (four margins, small wrinkle) addressed to Major Gen J.R. Trimble in Richmond, Va., edge splits reinforced with scotch tape, Fine, an interesting turned cover with the first use addressed to Major Gen J.R. Trimble and the second use addressed by General Trimble. Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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Confederacy, (Military Related) United States 1857 3¢ Dull Red. Tiny corner crease, cancelled by blue grid with matching "Lexington, Va./May 23" (1861) on cover addressed to "Rev. W.N. Pendleton, Capt. Rockbridge Artillery, Care of Col Jackson, Harpers Ferry, Va., via Winchester", cover with trivial corner wear, F.-V.F. Estimate $200 - 300. William Nelson Pendleton (December 26, 1809 ? January 15, 1883) was an American teacher, Episcopal priest, and soldier. He served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War, noted for his position as Gen. Robert E. Lee's chief of artillery for most of the conflict. After the war Pendleton returned to the priesthood and became a religious writer.When the American Civil War commenced in 1861, Pendleton chose to follow the Confederate cause. On March 16 he entered the Regular Confederate Artillery with the rank of captain, and on May 1 he was elected captain in the Virginia Artillery. He commanded a four-gun battery called the Rockbridge Artillery, naming his guns "Matthew, Mark, Luke, & John" after the Gospel writers. (Image1)

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296

Confederacy, Baton Rouge, La./Jun. 5, 1861. Circular datestamp with matching "Paid" and "10" handstamps on yellow cover to Huntington (Long Island) N.Y., from the Waller correspondence, franked with United States 1857 3¢ dull red with blue manuscript cancel, blue pencil "10", manuscript "Recd 14th June" docketing, top edge of cover restored and one backflap added, stamp has faults, Very Fine appearance, Extremely Showy, Ex-Everett, Gunter and Walske. Estimate $3,000 - 4,000. One of the last pieces of regular mail to cross the border from the Confederate States into the United States.This cover was mailed from Baton Rouge on June 5 and would normally have passed through Memphis, Tennessee. However, since the U.S. suspended service at that office on June 6, the letter was routed through Nashville and arrived at Louisville around June 10. It was sent north without penalty. The 10¢ C.S.A. postage paid the over-500 miles rate, and the sender affixed the 3¢ 1857 stamp to pay U.S. postage once the letter crossed the border. (Image1)

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297

Confederacy, Griffin, Ga./Jun. 1 (1861). Cds with handstamped "Paid 5" on cover with large blue cameo corner card of Synodical Female College showing University Building with Horse and Carriage in the foreground, addressed to "Miss Hattie D. Cleveland, Limestone Springs, Spartanburg District, Republic of South Carolina, Confederate States of America", top back flap missing., Very Fine and choice, Ex-Oswald, Crouch.; 2010 C.S.A. and P.F. certificates stating "genuine" but - not unexpectedly - expressing no opinion as to the year date. Estimate $5,000 - 7,500. It is addressed to "Miss Hattie D. Cleveland, Limestone Springs, Spartanburg District, Republic of South Carolina, Confederate States of America". Although there is no year date in the cds, the address as "Republic of South Carolina" cements the time line as it could not have been prior to secession nor is it likely to have been a later year when stamps were by then readily available, thus in our opinion making this the First Day of the Confederate Postal System.Original March 1861 letter enclosed from the same correspondence, but clearly not sent in this envelope - an unfortunate switch of contents somewhere over the years. The building on this corner card was used as an emergency hospital for Confederate soldiers from the battlefields of Jonesboro, Griffin and Atlanta (it burned in 1865). (Image1)

SOLD for $5,500.00
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298

Confederacy, "P.O. Dept./D. L.O./Aug. 17th '64/B-97-1". Confederate States Dead Letter Office marking and record number in bright red manuscript on 1853-55 3¢ Nesbitt entire with printed address crossed out and re-addressed to Bullitt & Fairthrom in New York City, postmarked red "Newberry C.H. S.C. May 21" cds cancelling indicia, Extremely Fine and choice. Estimate $2,000 - 3,000. A very rare Confederate Dead Letter Office Cover with the manuscript marking, which was used concurrently with the handstamped oval for approximately ten days at the beginning of the War.Once the mail routes between the U.S. and C.S.A. were suspended, northbound mail was diverted to the C.S.A. Dead Letter Office. Fewer than ten examples of the C.S.A. Dead Letter Office markings (handstamp or manuscript) are reported, all diverted to the D.L.O. between May 21 and June 1, 1861.A similar cover from this same correspondence is illustrated in Special Routes (page 12). (Image1)

SOLD for $4,500.00
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299

Confederacy, Charleston, S.C., Jan. 22, 1861. Paid cds with matching grid cancel tie U.S. 1857, 3¢ dull red on cover with embossed corner card "Dunham, Taft & Co. Manufacturers & Wholesale Dealers, Boots & Shoes, 143 Meeting St. Charleston S.C.", addressed to Shelton Depot, S.C., Very Fine and choice Independent State use, ex-Kaplan. Scott No. U.S. 26 Estimate $300 - 400. (Image1)

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Confederacy, Charleston, S.C./Jan. 10, 1861. Cds on all-over Charleston Hotel advertising cover to Marion C.H., S.C. bearing 1857, 3¢ dull red cancelled by grid, Very Fine, an attractive Independent State use, ex-Kaplan. Scott No. U.S. 26 Estimate $400 - 600. (Image1)

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SOLD for $500.00
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