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  • Lot# : 5354 USA

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    Union Patriotic 1861c.: Unpaid illustrated cover "The Constitution" with "SOLDIER'S LETTER / 1st L.I. VOLs" in black (counter-signed by a Major in manuscript) and further endorsed "Soldger Letter" (sic) to Green Point, Long Island struck with circular "DUE / 3" handstamp in black and cancelled "Washington D.C." cds (Nov 8). Tear and crease at base but most unusual usage with free privilege declined. The cover with page from Jan. 1973 American Philatelist illustrating this cover.rnProvenance: Collection Charles F. Meroni, John A. Fox, New York. 10-14 Nov 1952; Siegel, New York, 15 Dec 2012, lot 1577.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 150 CHF