Lot 5070
Albany & Buffalo Railroad, Blue Circular Route Agent Handstamp on 1849 Folded Letter to Alden, New York
Opening: $100
Estimate: $200 - $250
Status: Unsold
Folded letter dated December 15, 1849 from Middleport to Alden, New York, with blue circular Albany & Buffalo Railroad route agent handstamp (Remele A2b) struck twice and manuscript “5” rate. Original enclosure present, an illustrated cotillion party invitation dated August 14, 1850 from Middleport.
Provenance
Ex Hahn
When will this lot be auctioned?
Winter 2026 Sale | March 20-22
Sale 24 – U.S. Stampless — Sunday, March 22, 1:00 PM EST | 10:00 AM PST
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