1863, 24¢ lilac, in combination with 1861, 1¢ blue + 3¢ rose on 1863 cover to Homberg, Germany, tied by blue "Cumberland, Md., May 6" cds's, partial red "N. York, 7 Paid" exchange cds and boxed Aachen date stamp, transit and receiving backstamps, Very Fine. Scott No. 78+63+65  Estimate $150 - 200. $0 (Image)

1863, 24¢ lilac, target cancel, well centered amid nicely balanced margins, strong color, Very Fine and choice. Scott No. 78  $350. $0 (Image)