Lot 5110
Soldier's Letter, Worcester, Mass, "U.S. SHIP 3 cts."
4 Items
Opening: $70
Estimate: $150 - $250
Sold For $60
"U.S. SHIP/3cts." in circle cancel on cover to Worcester, Mass with manuscript "Soldier Letter"
The marking "U.S. Ship 3 CTS" was applied to loose letters collected from soldiers and sailors on blockade duty and carried by a "Federal" ship to a post office for handling and distribution. This specific ship marking has been attributed to the New York Post Office although this attribution is not certain. Covers marked "Soldiers Letter". In both cases, 3¢ postage was due on delivery.
When will this lot be auctioned?
Winter 2025 Sale Live Bidding.
Sale 5: US Stamps and Postal History including Civil War Postal History | Lots 5001-5229 — Jan 04, 2025 - 05:00