Lot 2066
New Orleans U.S. City Post, Blue Snow Shovel and Matching “Car 1” Carrier Marking on Locally Sent 1854 Folded Letter
Black "DROP 1" Marking
Opening: $500
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,250
Sold For $500
Red “New Orleans Mar 23, 1854” on locally sent folded letter, blue N.O.U.S. snowshovel and matching “Car 1” in oval and black “Drop 1” handstamp. A very attractive example.
When will this lot be auctioned?
Winter 2026 Sale | March 20-22
Sale 21 – Carriers and Independent Mails — Friday, March 20, 4:00 PM EST | 1:00 PM PST
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