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Great Britain, 1840, 1p Black (1; SG 2). Plate 6, lettered A-L, full ...mehr
Great Britain, 1840, 1p Black (1; SG 2). Plate 6, lettered A-L, full to large margins, cancelled by red Maltese Cross and tied by manuscript crossing out "8" pence ship-letter rate due handstamp on August 13, 1840 folded letter from Benjamin Dodsworth in Galveston, Texas, to London, England, and forwarded to York, addressed to Sextus Ramsey, McCalmont Brothers & Co, Liverpool, care of William Prehn, New Orleans, manuscript "Recd & forwarded by Jno. Gihon & Co., New York, Augt. 25, 1840" forwarder's notation on back, red "Liverpool K SP 15 1840" datestamp and "LIVERPOOL/SHIP LETTER" two-line handstamp on back, receipt docketing, some reinforced splits on backVERY FINE. AN EXTRAORDINARY USE OF THE GREAT BRITAIN PENNY BLACK TO FORWARD A LETTER ORIGINATING IN THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS.Ex "Victoriana". With 2007 Brandon and 2014 Jackson certificates
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5c Red Brown (1). Two singles, large margins all around, worn-plate ...mehr
5c Red Brown (1). Two singles, large margins all around, worn-plate impression, tied by three clear strikes of blue "10" numeral handstamp, struck again at top right, partly readable strike of matching "Brownsville Tex." circular datestamp on grayish blue folded letter datelined "Brownsville 17 Mai 1850" and addressed to the Consul of France in New Orleans, some slight wear, stamps with manuscript cancels removed (perhaps re-used)VERY FINE APPEARANCE. THIS IS THE ONLY RECORDED USE OF THE 5-CENT 1847 ISSUE FROM BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS, AND ONE OF ONLY SIX confirmed 5-CENT 1847 covers FROM ANY TEXAS POST OFFICE.According to United States 1847 Issue: A Cover Census by Thomas J. Alexander, Texas received 7,900 5c stamps and 6,550 10c stamps.The U.S. Classics Society 1847 census lists 15 covers from Texas post offices with the 1847 Issue (not counting one unconfirmed cover without a photo). Six have 5c stamps and nine have 10c stamps. This is the only 5c cover from Brownsville—only one other from this post office is recorded, bearing a single 10c stamp.USPCS census no. 13697. Ex Knapp, Dr. Kapiloff and our 2005 Rarities of the World sale (where acquired by "Magnolia"). With 2003 P.F. certificate
5c Red Brown (1). Ample to large margins, bright color, intermediate ...mehr
5c Red Brown (1). Ample to large margins, bright color, intermediate impression, vivid red grid cancel, tied by matching "Houston Txs. Dec. 27" circular datestamp on blue front only to James B. Shaw, comptroller, at Austin Tex., negligible bleached specks, reinforced vertical fold, repaired at bottom left, appearance improved by reducing at right and adding back panels to the frontVERY FINE APPEARANCE. ONE OF SIX RECORDED 5-CENT 1847 ISSUE COVERS FROM TEXAS—ONLY THREE ARE POSTMARKED AT HOUSTON, ALL OF WHICH HAVE 5-CENT STAMPS.According to United States 1847 Issue: A Cover Census by Thomas J. Alexander, Texas received 7,900 5c stamps and 6,550 10c stamps.The U.S. Classics Society 1847 census lists 15 covers from Texas post offices with the 1847 Issue (not counting one unconfirmed cover without a photo). Six have 5c stamps and nine have 10c stamps. This is one of three covers/fronts from Houston, all with 5c stamps (no 10c is recorded).The addressee, James B. Shaw, was made chief clerk of the Texas Treasury Department in 1838, and in 1839 was elected comptroller, a position he held until 1859. Shaw frequently served as acting Secretary of the Treasury during Sam Houston's second administration.USPCS census no. 13704. Signed Ashbrook. Ex Lenz (Konwiser, Texas Republic Postal System), J. Waldo Sampson, Hart, Castillejo ("Camina"), "Sevenoaks", Craveri and King
5c Dark Brown (1). Large margins to full at left, intense shade and ...mehr
5c Dark Brown (1). Large margins to full at left, intense shade and early impression, tied by pen cross-hatch lines, "Houston Txs. Dec. 24" (1847) circular datestamp on blue folded letter datelined "Houston Dec. 23, 1847" to Austin, Texas, addressed to Thomas William Ward, letter is an application for a land patent for a deceased person, stamp with small toned spots at top, cover with minor wear along fold and faint waterstain at top right clear of stampVERY FINE. ONE OF SIX RECORDED 5-CENT 1847 ISSUE COVERS FROM TEXAS—ONLY THREE ARE POSTMARKED AT HOUSTON, ALL OF WHICH HAVE 5-CENT STAMPS. THE EARLIEST RECORDED USE OF THE 1847 ISSUE IN TEXAS AND A REMARKABLE USE ENTIRELY WITHIN TEXAS.The U.S. Classics Society 1847 census lists 15 covers from Texas post offices with the 1847 Issue (not counting one unconfirmed cover without a photo). Six have 5c stamps and nine have 10c stamps. This is one of three covers from Houston, all with 5c stamps (no 10c is recorded).According to United States 1847 Issue: A Cover Census by Thomas J. Alexander, Texas received 7,900 5c stamps and 6,550 10c stamps. According to official distribution records from the post office, Houston did not receive any supplies of the 1847 Issue until May 1848, and no post offices in Texas received any before January 2, 1848 (Galveston). This stamp must have been carried privately from somewhere outside of Texas. The next earliest confirmed date of use is November 13, 1849. The yeardate is unknown on five, but all are used earlier than July and so cannot be used in 1847. New Orleans received a supply on August 27, 1847, so it is possible the stamp on this letter was acquired there. The recipient, Thomas Ward, is a prominent figure in Texas history. After losing an arm and a leg to a cannon misfire during Texas Independence Day in 1840, he was later mayor of Austin on three separate occasions (each lasted less than a year) and served as U.S. Consul to Panama under President Franklin Pierce.USPCS census no. 13702. Ex Craveri. With copy of 1990 P.F. certificate
10c Black (2). Three full margins, in at bottom, tied by brown grid ...mehr
10c Black (2). Three full margins, in at bottom, tied by brown grid cancel, matching "San Antonio Txs. Apr. 6" (ca. 1850) circular datestamp on brown envelope to Miss S. C. Hume, care of Col. G. Mobry, Campbell Station, Tennessee, lightly cleanedFINE. THIS IS ONE OF THREE RECORDED 1847 ISSUE covers FROM SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, and it is the finer of the two with 10-cent stamps.According to United States 1847 Issue: A Cover Census by Thomas J. Alexander, Texas received 7,900 5c stamps and 6,550 10c stamps.The U.S. Classics Society 1847 census lists 15 covers from Texas post offices with the 1847 Issue (not counting one unconfirmed cover without a photo). Six have 5c stamps and nine have 10c stamps. This is one of three covers from San Antonio, one with a 5c stamp and two with a single 10c stamp—this is the finer of the two 10c covers.USPCS census no. 13706. With 1974 P.F. certificate. Ex Hart, Castillejo ("Camina"), Craveri and King
5c Blue, Local (7). Horizontal pair, cancelled by partly clear strike ...mehr
5c Blue, Local (7). Horizontal pair, cancelled by partly clear strike of "Galveston Tex. Aug. 10" (ca. 1863) double-circle datestamp (traces of tying ink at top and bottom) on cover with red and blue Camp Scene with Soldier Standing Next to 10-Star Confederate Flag and Tents design (TF-4), addressed to "Mr. A. S. Thornton, Comm [?] P. Woods Regiment, Brownsville, Texas" and "from Mother [?]", slight wear and scattered soiled specksVERY FINE. AN EXTREMELY RARE CONFEDERATE PATRIOTIC cover—ONLY TWO examples of THIS SOLDIER AND CAMP DESIGN ARE KNOWN TO US, BOTH WITH IDENTICAL HANDWRITING AND ADDRESSED TO DIFFERENT INDIVIDUALS IN BROWNSVILLE AND KING'S RANCH, TEXAS.This design is listed in the C.S.A. Catalog as TF-4, using a portion of the cover offered here as the illustration. However, the catalog listing errs in describing the number of stars. It states "eleven stars arranged as a circle of ten and one in the center." The correct count is a total of ten stars arranged as a circle of nine (not ten) with one in the center. The Milgram-Kimbrough book does not list this design.We have searched for other examples of this distinctive design, but found only one other. It is the cover with the Goliad 10c Black on Rose (29X5) provisional stamp, addressed to "Col. D. Hardeman, Santa Gertrudis, Kings Ranch, Texas" in the same handwriting (ex Ferrary, Hind, Caspary, Lilly, Boker and Haub).Without other examples or a publisher's imprint, it is impossible to identify the printer responsible for producing this patriotic stationery. The fact that the only two examples we have seen were used within Texas suggests that its distribution and duration of use was limited. 10-Star Confederate Flag covers are generally scarcer than 11-Star or 12-Star designs.Illustrated in Wishnietsky, Confederate Patriotic Covers and Their Usages, where described as "two known."
Austin Tex., 10c Black on Buff (9X1). Affixed to upper left corner of ...mehr
Austin Tex., 10c Black on Buff (9X1). Affixed to upper left corner of envelope by a wafer which shows thru slightly, full margins to touched at left, uncancelled, "Austin Tex. Aug. 23, 1862" double-circle datestamp, addressed to E. S. Matthews, San Antonio Tex., tiny nick in right margin of stamp (still leaving a large margin), cover with minor scuff between stamp and datestamp, backflap tears VERY FINE. ONLY FOUR EXAMPLES OF THE AUSTIN, TEXAS, 10-CENT ADHESIVE POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL ARE RECORDED, EACH ON COVER. THIS IS ONE OF TWO RECORDED ON BUFF PAPER.Postal records indicate that the Austin postmaster who issued provisional stamps was William Rust (tenure from March 17, 1857, to June 23, 1865). His son, R. S. Rust, is listed in census records and was probably the assistant postmaster (Deaton book, p. 79).The postmaster's provisional 10c adhesive stamp was created by removing the date slugs from the town double-circle datestamp and replacing them with "Paid" and "10". The device was then struck on sheets of ruled paper and cut into individual stamps. On the example offered here, light pencil ruled lines can be seen along the outer margins. The adhesives are known on White or Buff paper. Contrary to the Scott Catalogue's policy, they list both papers as one major number, 9X1, rather than two.The CWPS census records four examples, each used on cover, two on White and two on Buff paper (the A01x listing has an additional "PAID" handstamp on the cover):AUS-TX-A01x-003: White paper, uncancelled, double-circle datestamp and "PAID" on cover to Clerk, County Court, Bexar Co. Texas (San Antonio), illustrated in The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 12), ex HaasAUS-TX-A01-004: White paper, tied by double-circle datestamp, printed return address of J. T. Hallett, Land and General Collecting Agent, Austin, addressed to Doctor Clark, Hempstead, Austin Co. Texas, ex Haub ("Erivan")AUS-TX-A02-001: Buff paper, uncancelled, Aug. 23, 1863 double-circle datestamp on cover to E. S. Matthews, San Antonio, ex Caspary, 1965 Rarities sale (Sale 283, lot 162), Carnahan, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 209), King, the cover offered hereAUS-TX-A02-002: Buff paper, tied by double-circle datestamp, date unclear, addressed to H. M. Alford, Captain Fisher Co. Garland's Regt., Little Rock Ark., receipt docketing Sep. 25, 1862, ex Dr. Graves, 1983 Rarities sale (Sale 816, lot 285)CWPS census no. AUS-TX-A02-001. Ex Caspary, Carnahan, 1965 Rarities sale, Dr. Brandon and King. With 1978 P.F. certificate as 9XU1 variety. The current Scott listing is 9X1, but the listing combines White and Buff papers, contrary to policy. Scott value $12,500 as uncancelled on cover
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow (12X1). Position with comma after ...mehr
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow (12X1). Position with comma after "Beaumont", full to large margins, neatly cancelled by manuscript "X" with matching "Apl 9th/64" postmark on adversity cover made from lined paper, addressed to Mrs. Mary P. Watson at San Augustine Tex., the interior is addressed to "Mrs. Maggie L. Watson, Sabine Pass, Texas", "PAID" and "10" handstamps (no town marking), some excess glue from flapsAN EXTREMELY FINE BEAUMONT 10-CENT PROVISIONAL ON YELLOW PAPER—ONE OF FIVE KNOWN EXAMPLES OF THIS RARITY—USED ON A TURNED ADVERSITY COVER. THIS IS THE EARLIEST RECORDED EXAMPLE OF ANY BEAUMONT PROVISIONAL.The Beaumont, Texas, postmaster's provisionals were issued by Reverend Alexander Hinkle, described in Deaton book as a "frail, physically disabled, modest and unassuming Methodist minister." Hinkle served in Spaight's 11th Battalion of Texas Volunteers in the Confederate army at Sabine, but health problems caused him to be discharged as unfit for duty in September 1863. Hinkle was appointed postmaster of Beaumont on December 5, 1863, and served until February 22, 1865. (Deaton, pp. 49-50).The stamps were typeset and printed from three different settings: one printed on Pink paper (Scott 12X2), and two on Yellow paper (12X1 and 12X3). A setting of four subjects (two by two) has been reconstructed from the Pink singles (there are no recorded multiples). Each subject has a different arrangement of long and short frame pieces. The printings on Yellow paper were made from two entirely different settings: one slightly smaller than the Pink stamps, and the other much taller with the words "Texas" and "Postage" added to the design, known as the "Large" Beaumont. It is not known where the stamps were printed. The Beaumont Banner newspaper was discontinued in 1861, but the type and press might have been used for other purposes.The Beaumont provisional stamps were printed on two colors of paper: Pink (two shades) and Yellow. The stamps on Yellow paper include 5 of the "Small" provisional (4 on separate covers and one off cover) and the only recorded "Large" Beaumont, used on cover, which is offered in this sale as lot 2164. The stamps on Pink paper are all the "Small" design and include 3 off cover and 13 on separate covers. Most of the recorded covers are faulty, and only four have postmarks of any kind tying the stamps.The CWPS census records five examples of the Small 10c Yellow (12X1), including four on covers, as follows:BEA-TX-A01-011: Manuscript "X" cancel, not tied, ms. Apr. 9, 1864 date, on turned cover to Mary P. Watson, San Augustine Tex., interior addressed to Maggie L. Watson, Sabine Pass, ex Duveen, Hind, Hall (Sale 823, lot 397), Gross, King, the cover offered hereBEA-TX-A01-001: Tied by rimless town datestamp with ms. Jun. 11 (1864) date on turned cover to Mary P. Watson, San Augustine Tex., interior addressed to C. S. Watson, Sabine Pass, ex Caspary, Weatherly, Kilbourne (Sale 815, lot 14), 2014 Rarities (Sale 1075, lot 1224), offered in this sale as lot 2163BEA-TX-A01-016: Uncancelled, used on turned cover to Mrs. Wm. B. Duncan, Liberty Tex., interior with "Liberty Texas June 7" (1861) circular datestamp and "Paid" in circle with old U.S. rate removed, addressed to Capt. Wm. B. Duncan, Spaight Battalion, Franklin La., ex Fred Green, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Boker, Haub ("Erivan"), offered in this sale as lot 2162BEA-TX-A01-017: Manuscript "X" cancel, not tied, used on cover to Mrs. W. C. Smith, Cypress City Tex., 1966 Rarities (Sale 296, lot 161)BEA-TX-A01-[Off]-015: Manuscript "10" cancel, added to a cover with rimless town datestamp and ms. Nov. 12 (1864) date, to James C. McKnight, Palestine Tex., 1864 docketing, ex FerraryAlthough the Dietz catalogue identifies the June 11 cover (census no. 001, lot 2163 in this sale) as the earliest known use in 1861, it is actually used in 1864 and is the second earliest use. The earliest cover is the one offered here, dated April 9, 1864.The addressee at Sabine Pass is Mrs. Maggie L. Watson, wife of Claudius S. Watson (married on January 8, 1864), who was part of the Texas Marine Department. The June 11 cover (census no. 001, lot 2163 in this sale) is addressed to C. S. Watson with the C.S.S. Sachem, one of two Federal gunboats captured by the Confederates at the famous Battle of Sabine Pass in September 1863. Sachem became part of the Texas Marine Department and served the Confederate army at Sabine Pass. In the spring of 1864, the vessel was turned into a blockade runner under the command of John Davidson.CWPS census no. BEA-TX-A01-011. Illustrated in Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 16). Ex Duveen, Hind, Hall, Gross and King. Scott value $75,000
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow (12X1). Position with comma after ...mehr
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow (12X1). Position with comma after "Beaumont", large margins all around, uncancelled, used on adversity cover addressed to Mrs. William B. (Celima) Duncan at Liberty Tex., interior addressed to "Capt. Wm. B. Duncan, Spaight Battalion, Franklin, La." with "Liberty Texas June 7" (ca. 1862) circular datestamp and "PAID" in circle handstamp with old U.S. rate removed, turned inside out and reused with the 10c provisional, stamp slightly discolored from gum, but otherwise sound and superbAN EXTREMELY FINE BEAUMONT 10-CENT PROVISIONAL ON YELLOW PAPER—ONE OF FIVE KNOWN EXAMPLES OF THIS RARITY—USED ON A TURNED ADVERSITY COVER.The Beaumont, Texas, postmaster's provisionals were issued by Reverend Alexander Hinkle, described in Deaton book as a "frail, physically disabled, modest and unassuming Methodist minister." Hinkle served in Spaight's 11th Battalion of Texas Volunteers in the Confederate army at Sabine, but health problems caused him to be discharged as unfit for duty in September 1863. Hinkle was appointed postmaster of Beaumont on December 5, 1863, and served until February 22, 1865. (Deaton, pp. 49-50).The stamps were typeset and printed from three different settings: one printed on Pink paper (Scott 12X2), and two on Yellow paper (12X1 and 12X3). A setting of four subjects (two by two) has been reconstructed from the Pink singles (there are no recorded multiples). Each subject has a different arrangement of long and short frame pieces. The printings on Yellow paper were made from two entirely different settings: one slightly smaller than the Pink stamps, and the other much taller with the words "Texas" and "Postage" added to the design, known as the "Large" Beaumont. It is not known where the stamps were printed. The Beaumont Banner newspaper was discontinued in 1861, but the type and press might have been used for other purposes.The Beaumont provisional stamps were printed on two colors of paper: Pink (two shades) and Yellow. The stamps on Yellow paper include 5 of the "Small" provisional (4 on separate covers and one off cover) and the only recorded "Large" Beaumont, used on cover, which is offered in this sale as lot 2164. The stamps on Pink paper are all the "Small" design and include 3 off cover and 13 on separate covers. Most of the recorded covers are faulty, and only four have postmarks of any kind tying the stamps.The CWPS census records five examples of the Small 10c Yellow (12X1), including four on covers, as follows:BEA-TX-A01-011: Manuscript "X" cancel, not tied, ms. Apr. 9, 1864 date, on turned cover to Mary P. Watson, San Augustine Tex., interior addressed to Maggie L. Watson, Sabine Pass, ex Duveen, Hind, Hall (Sale 823, lot 397), Gross, King, offered in this sale as lot 2161BEA-TX-A01-001: Tied by rimless town datestamp with ms. Jun. 11 (1864) date on turned cover to Mary P. Watson, San Augustine Tex., interior addressed to C. S. Watson, Sabine Pass, ex Caspary, Weatherly, Kilbourne (Sale 815, lot 14), 2014 Rarities (Sale 1075, lot 1224), offered in this sale as lot 2163BEA-TX-A01-016: Uncancelled, used on turned cover to Mrs. Wm. B. Duncan, Liberty Tex., interior with "Liberty Texas June 7" (1861) circular datestamp and "Paid" in circle with old U.S. rate removed, addressed to Capt. Wm. B. Duncan, Spaight Battalion, Franklin La., ex Fred Green, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Freeland, Boker, Haub ("Erivan"), the cover offered here BEA-TX-A01-017: Manuscript "X" cancel, not tied, used on cover to Mrs. W. C. Smith, Cypress City Tex., 1966 Rarities (Sale 296, lot 161)BEA-TX-A01-[Off]-015: Manuscript "10" cancel, added to a cover with rimless town datestamp and ms. Nov. 12 (1864) date, to James C. McKnight, Palestine Tex., 1864 docketing, ex FerraryAlthough the Dietz catalogue identifies the June 11 cover (census no. 001, lot 2163 in this sale) as the earliest known use in 1861, it is actually used in 1864 and is the second earliest use.Capt. William Berry Duncan joined Spaight's 11th Battalion of Texas Volunteers on March 1, 1862, and served three years in the war. Captain Duncan returned to Liberty, Texas, in June 1865. This cover was originally mailed from Liberty to Capt. Duncan at Franklin, Louisiana (probably in June 1862). It was turned inside out and addressed back to Mrs. Duncan at Liberty, circa 1864.CWPS census no. BEA-TX-A01-016. Notation on back "Used twice. "Liberty-Tex" & Paid Inside" (unsigned but we think this is Knapp's handwriting). "R.H.W. Co." (Weill) backstamp. Ex Fred Green, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Freeland, Boker, and Haub ("Erivan"). Scott value $75,000
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow (12X1). Position with "Beaumont" ...mehr
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow (12X1). Position with "Beaumont" showing broken "T" and no period or comma after name, large margins to just touched at bottom right corner, tied by "Beaumont Tex" circular town handstamp with "June 11" (1864) date in manuscript (touches and ties edge of stamp), "PAID" straightline handstamp on adversity cover made from Confederate naval form, addressed to Mrs. Mary P. Watson at San Augustine Tex., manuscript "OB" (official Business) endorsement crossed out, the cover was turned and addressed back to "C. S. Watson, C.S. Str. Sachem, Sabine Pass, Texas", "San Augustine Tex. Jun. 20" (1864) circular datestamp, "PAID" and "10" handstamps, right side reduced but not affecting stamp, bottom right corner clipped, paper has been added to edge to improve appearance, small erosion spot in "W" of addressA VERY FINE BEAUMONT 10-CENT PROVISIONAL ON YELLOW PAPER—ONE OF FIVE KNOWN EXAMPLES OF THIS RARITY—USED ON A TURNED ADVERSITY COVER FROM A MEMBER OF THE TEXAS MARINE BRIGADE ABOARD THE C.S.S. SACHEM. THIS IS THE ONLY COVER KNOWN WITH THE BEAUMONT PROVISIONAL TIED BY THE TOWN MARKING.The Beaumont, Texas, postmaster's provisionals were issued by Reverend Alexander Hinkle, described in Deaton book as a "frail, physically disabled, modest and unassuming Methodist minister." Hinkle served in Spaight's 11th Battalion of Texas Volunteers in the Confederate army at Sabine, but health problems caused him to be discharged as unfit for duty in September 1863. Hinkle was appointed postmaster of Beaumont on December 5, 1863, and served until February 22, 1865. (Deaton, pp. 49-50).The stamps were typeset and printed from three different settings: one printed on Pink paper (Scott 12X2), and two on Yellow paper (12X1 and 12X3). A setting of four subjects (two by two) has been reconstructed from the Pink singles (there are no recorded multiples). Each subject has a different arrangement of long and short frame pieces. The printings on Yellow paper were made from two entirely different settings: one slightly smaller than the Pink stamps, and the other much taller with the words "Texas" and "Postage" added to the design, known as the "Large" Beaumont. It is not known where the stamps were printed. The Beaumont Banner newspaper was discontinued in 1861, but the type and press might have been used for other purposes.The Beaumont provisional stamps were printed on two colors of paper: Pink (two shades) and Yellow. The stamps on Yellow paper include 5 of the "Small" provisional (4 on separate covers and one off cover) and the only recorded "Large" Beaumont, used on cover, which is offered in this sale as lot 2164. The stamps on Pink paper are all the "Small" design and include 3 off cover and 13 on separate covers. Most of the recorded covers are faulty, and only four have postmarks of any kind tying the stamps.The CWPS census records five examples of the Small 10c Yellow (12X1), including four on covers, as follows:BEA-TX-A01-011: Manuscript "X" cancel, not tied, ms. Apr. 9, 1864 date, on turned cover to Mary P. Watson, San Augustine Tex., interior addressed to Maggie L. Watson, Sabine Pass, ex Duveen, Hind, Hall (Sale 823, lot 397), Gross, King, offered in this sale as lot 2161BEA-TX-A01-001: Tied by rimless town datestamp with ms. Jun. 11 (1864) date on turned cover to Mary P. Watson, San Augustine Tex., interior addressed to C. S. Watson, Sabine Pass, ex Caspary, Weatherly, Kilbourne (Sale 815, lot 14), 2014 Rarities (Sale 1075, lot 1224), the cover offered hereBEA-TX-A01-016: Uncancelled, used on turned cover to Mrs. Wm. B. Duncan, Liberty Tex., interior with "Liberty Texas June 7" (1861) circular datestamp and "Paid" in circle with old U.S. rate removed, addressed to Capt. Wm. B. Duncan, Spaight Battalion, Franklin La., ex Fred Green, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Freeland, Boker, Haub ("Erivan"), offered in this sale as lot 2162BEA-TX-A01-017: Manuscript "X" cancel, not tied, used on cover to Mrs. W. C. Smith, Cypress City Tex., 1966 Rarities (Sale 296, lot 161)BEA-TX-A01-[Off]-015: Manuscript "10" cancel, added to a cover with rimless town datestamp and ms. Nov. 12 (1864) date, to James C. McKnight, Palestine Tex., 1864 docketing, ex FerraryThe interior of this turned cover is addressed to C. S. Watson with the C.S.S. Sachem, one of two Federal gunboats captured by the Confederates at the famous Battle of Sabine Pass in September 1863. Sachem became part of the Texas Marine Department and served the Confederate army at Sabine Pass. In the spring of 1864, the vessel was turned into a blockade runner under the command of John Davidson.Claudius Samuel Watson enlisted in the Confederate States army on April 19, 1861, at Marshall, Texas. He was discharged on April 19, 1862, and reenlisted at Sabine about one month later, joining Spaight's 11th Battalion. Watson was transferred to the Texas Marine Department in 1863 and served as an assistant engineer on the C.S.S. Sachem. Watson married his wife, Margaret, on January 8, 1864. He was on the Sachem when it ran the Union blockade and sailed to Veracruz, Mexico, in November 1864.CWPS census no. BEA-TX-A01-001. Ex Caspary, Weatherly, Kilbourne and 2014 Rarities sale. Scott value $75,000
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow, "Large" Design (12X3). Single ...mehr
Beaumont Tex., 10c Black on Yellow, "Large" Design (12X3). Single with large to enormous margins, uncancelled, used on yellow cover to Mrs. William B. Duncan (addressed in the hand of her husband, Capt. William B. Duncan) at Liberty Texas, clear strike of "Beaumont Tex." rimless town handstamp without date, stamp with some lightened gum toning and moved from top edge of cover, left edge of cover reduced and bottom edge has minor erosionEXTREMELY FINE APPEARANCE. THIS STAMP IS THE ONLY RECORDED EXAMPLE OF THE "LARGE" BEAUMONT POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL ISSUE. WIDELY REGARDED AS ONE OF THE "ARISTOCRATS" OF AMERICAN PHILATELIC RARITIES. AN OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A STAMP OF WHICH ONLY ONE IS KNOWN.The Beaumont, Texas, postmaster's provisionals were issued by Reverend Alexander Hinkle, described in Deaton book as a "frail, physically disabled, modest and unassuming Methodist minister." Hinkle served in Spaight's 11th Battalion of Texas Volunteers in the Confederate army at Sabine, but health problems caused him to be discharged as unfit for duty in September 1863. Hinkle was appointed postmaster of Beaumont on December 5, 1863, and served until February 22, 1865. (Deaton, pp. 49-50).The stamps were typeset and printed from three different settings: one printed on Pink paper (Scott 12X2), and two on Yellow paper (12X1 and 12X3). A setting of four subjects (two by two) has been reconstructed from the Pink singles (there are no recorded multiples). Each subject has a different arrangement of long and short frame pieces. The printings on Yellow paper were made from two entirely different settings: one slightly smaller than the Pink stamps, and the other much taller with the words "Texas" and "Postage" added to the design, known as the "Large" Beaumont—the stamp offered here. It is not known where the stamps were printed. The Beaumont Banner newspaper was discontinued in 1861, but the type and press might have been used for other purposes.The stamps were printed on two colors of paper: Pink (two shades) and Yellow. The stamps on Yellow paper include 5 of the "Small" provisional (4 on separate covers and one off cover) and the only recorded "Large" Beaumont, used on cover (offered here) The stamps on Pink paper are all the "Small" design and include 3 off cover and 13 on separate covers. Most of the recorded covers are faulty, and only four have postmarks of any kind tying the stamps.This cover was addressed by Capt. William Berry Duncan to his wife, Celima, in Liberty, Texas. The handwriting matches writing on another cover to her that was endorsed by him as a soldier (see Sale 860, lot 602). Captain Duncan joined Spaight's 11th Battalion of Texas Volunteers on March 1, 1862, and served three years in the war. He returned to Liberty, Texas, in June 1865.The Large Beaumont cover was discovered by a collector, Fred Green, among the Duncan family's correspondence in the possession of Capt. Duncan's granddaughter, Julia Duncan Welder. Green purchased the envelopes, and Mrs. Welder donated the letters to the Sam Houston Regional Library, where they reside today.Following Green's discovery, the cover was acquired by George Walcott, a prominent collector of Confederate States and Civil War patriotic covers. Walcott displayed the cover at a meeting of The Collectors Club of New York and included a photograph of it in a meeting report he published in the Collectors Club Philatelist (July 1923). He noted, "Nothing received quite as much attention as a yellow Beaumont of a new type, a recent discovery and unique, and moreover in wonderful condition." The photograph shows that the envelope was roughly opened at the left and the stamp had gum staining (probably from mucilage). When the cover appeared in the 1956 Caspary sale, the left edge had been trimmed and the stamp was cleaned and reaffixed further down from the edge of the cover.According to an account of Walcott's collecting activity, written by the British dealer Charles J. Phillips and published in the 1937 Laurence catalog of Walcott's patriotic covers, Phillips handled the dispersal of the Confederate States collection in 1929. A pencil notation in Alfred H. Caspary's hand on the back of the cover reads "Cost $3500 1929." When Caspary's Confederate States postmasters' provisionals were sold by H. R. Harmer in 1956, the Large Beaumont cover sold to Raymond and Roger Weill as agents for Camille Sams Lightner, an heiress to the fortune amassed by her father from his instrumental role in building J. C. Penney. Lightner's collection was later purchased by the Weills, and the large Beaumont was sold privately to Josiah K. Lilly, Jr., scion of the pharmaceutical family.In the Siegel firm's April 27, 1967, auction of Lilly's Confederate postmasters' provisonals, the Large Beaumont brought $9,000, once again selling to the Weills. The next collector to own this unique stamp was the Reverend Paul B. Freeland, a Presbyterian minister, historian, philanthropist and genealogist from south Louisiana. Reverend Freeland's important Confederate collection, including the Large Beaumont, was acquired by the Weills (privately, of course).The cover was in the Weill Brothers stock when it was dispersed in 1989, and sold to José Luis Castillejo for his collection of Texas postal history. At the Siegel firm's 1994 sale of the Castillejo collection ("Camina"), the Large Beaumont sold to John R. Hill, Jr., a Dallas collector. When his collection was sold privately, in part by Andrew Levitt, the Large Beaumont was placed with Erivan Haub, whose massive collection was sold in a series of auctions by the Corinphila/Koehler/Harmer firm. It became part of the Magnolia collection in Sale 2 held in December 2019.CWPS census no. BEA-TX-A03-005. Illustrated in Dietz (1959 edition), Life, "World's Rarest Stamps (May 3, 1954), and Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 1 and p. 54). Ex Fred Green, Walcott, Caspary (note on back in his hand, "Cost $3500 1929"), Lightner, Lilly, Freeland, Weill, Castillejo, Hill (notes on back in his hand), and Haub ("Erivan"). "R.H.W. Co." (Weill) backstamp and signed "RHWCo.". Scott value $250,000
10c Greenish Blue, Die B (12c). Two horizontal pairs, each with large ...mehr
10c Greenish Blue, Die B (12c). Two horizontal pairs, each with large margins to just touched, each cancelled by three pen strokes, pair at left tied by "Henderson Texas Dec. 6" (1863) circular datestamp on black-bordered mourning envelope to Mrs. Lucy Thornton, Port Royal Va., sender's directive "Express Mail Via Shreveport", prepaid 40c for Trans-Mississippi Government Express rate, pencil note on back indicates there was a letter dated 1863, but alas it is no longer with the coverEXTREMELY FINE. A BEAUTIFUL AND EXCEEDINGLY RARE USE OF A BLACK-BORDER MOURNING ENVELOPE TO SEND A LETTER BY TRANS-MISSISSIPPI GOVERNMENT EXPRESS. ONE OF THE FINEST TRANS-MISSISSIPPI EXPRESS COVERS WE HAVE ENCOUNTERED.On May 1, 1863, the C.S.A. Congress once again considered the question of the Trans-Mississippi mails. It authorized the C.S.A. Postmaster General to establish an "Express Mail" along post routes and at rates to be designated by him. Under this authority, the PMG Reagan established an express mail rate of 40c per half ounce, and hired a contractor to carry the express mails twice weekly on October 20, 1863. An August 1, 1863, a C.S.A. Post Office advertisement placed in newspapers on the western side of the river gave directions for the routing of Trans-Mississippi mails. All eastbound communications were to be addressed to their proper destination, care of the postmasters at Shreveport, Louisiana, or Camden, Arkansas. The mails were to be forwarded by carriers designated by the Post Office Special Agents.This cover is one of three we have located that were addressed by the same person, whose distinctive feminine handwriting undoubtedly belongs to a prosperous Texas lady. The two other covers have the same Soldier and Camp with 10-Star Confederate Flag patriotic design. One is the cover with a pair of 5c Local stamps postmarked at Galveston and addressed to "Mr. A. S. Thornton, Com(?) P. Woods Regiment, Brownsville, Texas" (offered in this sale as lot 2159). The other cover bears an uncancelled Goliad 10c Black on Rose (29X5) provisional stamp and is addressed to "Col. D. Hardeman, Santa Gertrudis, Kings Ranch, Texas" (ex Ferrary, Hind, Caspary, Lilly, Boker and Haub).Ex Finney, Birkinbine and Walske
3c Rose, Ty. I (25). Tied by manuscript "Breckinridge Texas August ...mehr
3c Rose, Ty. I (25). Tied by manuscript "Breckinridge Texas August 25/59" (1859) postmark on cover to Thomas F. Jones, Columbus O., with sender's directive "Via Over Land Mail Rout", pencil docketing "From Theodore Jones Received September 10 1859 No. 49", stamp has minor gum toning, some cover wear and small tear at topFINE. AN EXTREMELY RARE COVER ORIGINATING IN THE SMALL TEXAS TOWN OF BRECKINRIDGE AND CARRIED ON THE OVERLAND MAIL ROUTE TO ST. LOUIS THROUGH INDIAN TERRITORY.A history of Breckinridge, Texas, in Dallas County is quoted from https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/breckinridge-tx:In the 1840s families from Kentucky and Tennessee began arriving in the area. Early families included the Jacksons, Prigmores, Rouths, and Campbells. The settlement was on the road from Dallas to what was then Indian Territory. In 1853 Spring Creek Baptist Church was built. The first store was built about 1857, and soon after, a blacksmith shop was established. The Floyd Inn served as a stop for the stage from Dallas to Denton. In 1858 Mont Vale Academy, the first school, was built. A local post office was established in 1858 with postmaster Charles [G.] Shane [Jr.] and named for the Kentucky statesman John C. Breckinridge, elected vice president under James Buchanan in 1856.This cover was postmarked at Breckinridge on August 25, 1859, and the receipt docketing indicates it was received at Columbus, Ohio, on September 10, a total of 16 days. Based on contemporary reports (New York Times, Oct. 14, 1858), the transportation of overland mail from the Breckinridge area to St. Louis via Colbert's Ferry and Fort Smith (through Indian Territory), should have been about 6 days. The average transportation time by railroad from St. Louis to Columbus was about 2 days. Therefore, either there was a delay on the overland mail route in August 1859 or the Breckinridge postmark was applied in advance of the stage departure. Due to Indian attacks on the overland mail route, changes were made in August 1859 to bring the route closer to military protection. Mail from Breckinridge was probably sent to Sherman, the main distribution point on the overland mail route.Ex Kramer and Walske
Goliad Tex., 5c Black on White, Type I (29X1). Type I without ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 5c Black on White, Type I (29X1). Type I without Clarke's name in design, faint trace of Clarke's signature in red, huge margins at sides, clear at top and bottom, neat pen dots cancel, tiny thins at bottom but otherwise fresh and sound.VERY FINE APPEARANCE. ONLY SEVEN GOLIAD 5-CENT TYPE I PROVISIONAL STAMPS ON ANY PAPER ARE RECORDED, INCLUDING ONE ON COVER IN THE BRITISH LIBRARY COLLECTION AND ONE ON A COVER FRONT. THE TWO RECORDED STAMPS ON WHITE PAPER (29X1) ARE OFF COVER.The CWPS census records a total of 7 examples of the 5c Type I on any kind of paper. Broken down by paper color (Scott number), they are:5c Type I on White paper (Scott 29X1):GOL-TX-A01-[Off]-008: "Paid" cancel, signed (red), repaired, crease, ex Kirkland, Haub ("Erivan")GOL-TX-A01-[Off]-005: Pen dots cancel, signed (faint), thin spots, Colson backstamp, ex Hessel, "West Haven" collection, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 246), the stamp offered here5c Type I on Gray paper (29X2):GOL-TX-A02-[Cover]-006: The CWPS census classifies the stamp on the cover in the Tapling collection at the British Library as the 5c Type I on Gray paper (29X2). The stamp has ink wash and is signed (in red?). The cover is addressed to Wm. E. Marshall, Blains Crossroads near Knoxville, Tennessee.GOL-TX-A02-[Off]-002: Ink wash, signed (red), ex Weill StockGOL-TX-A02-[Off]-003: Ink wash, signed (red), ex Ferrary, Hind, Caspary5c Type I on Rose paper (29X3):GOL-TX-A03-[Cover]-008: "Paid" cancel, signed (red), Goliad rimless datestamp on cover front to Clement R. Johns, Comptroller, Austin Tex., pencil docket Jun. 21, 1862, ex Ferrary, Caspary, Lilly, Kilbourne, Gross, "D.K." collection, KingGOL-TX-A03-[Off]-004: "Paid" cancel, signed (red), Steves photo (labeled 14), ex Caspary, Kirkland, Haub ("Erivan")CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A01-[Off]-005. Ex Hessel, "West Haven" collection and Dr. Brandon. "W.H.C." (Warren H. Colson) backstamp. With 2006 P.F. certificate (erroneously stating "unused, no gum" and "pen cancels"). Scott value $15,000.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on White, Type I (29X4). Type I without ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on White, Type I (29X4). Type I without Clarke's name in design, signed "Clarke P M" in red ink, the paper has a slight tint to it and the previous owner collected it as Rose paper but we feel it is more of a Grayish White, faintly cancelled if at all, appears unused, full margins to just in at top right, small flaws including sealed tear and small repair to bottom left cornerFINE APPEARANCE. AN EXTREMELY RARE EXAMPLE OF THE 10-CENT TYPE I GOLIAD POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL. ONE OF THE RAREST OF ALL POSTMASTERS' PROVISIONALS, WITH ONLY FOUR RECORDED ON EITHER PAPER—THREE OFF COVER AND ONE ON A PATRIOTIC COVER—AND THIS IS THE FINER OF ONLY TWO CONFIRMED ON WHITE/GRAY PAPER, SCOTT 29X4.The CWPS census lists two examples of the 10c Type I on White/Gray (Scott 29X4):GOL-TX-A06-[Off]-012: Faint cancel, signed (red), faults, repaired bottom left corner, ex Caspary, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 247), the stamp offered hereGOL-TX-A06-[Off]-014: Blue wash, signed (red), nick, small hole, ex Col. Green (Nov. 13, 1944, lot 49), Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 248)The CWPS census lists two examples of the 10c Type I on Rose (29X5):GOL-TX-A07-[Cover]-005: Uncancelled, signed (red), on Soldier & Camp patriotic cover to Col. D. Hardeman, Santa Gertrudis, Kings Ranch Tex., ex Ferrary, Hind, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Boker, Haub ("Erivan")GOL-TX-A07-[Off]-011: Faint cancel, signed (red), right edge added, ex Weill Stock, Powell (Sale 1104, lot 2124)CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A06-[Off]-012. Ex Caspary and Dr. Brandon. Scott value $25,000.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Goliad Tex., 5c Black on Gray, Type II (29X6). Type II with "J. A. ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 5c Black on Gray, Type II (29X6). Type II with "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" in design, ample margins to touching the ornaments at bottom and lower left, short manuscript cancel, couple small thins and small repair bottom left FINE APPEARING EXAMPLE OF THIS POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL RARITY. ONLY ONE PAIR AND TWO SINGLES ARE RECORDED OF THE 5-CENT GOLIAD TYPE II ON GRAY PAPER.In the Type II setting, "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" were added to the design. The earliest recorded date of use for any Type II provisional is October 21, 1863. When the second setting was assembled, the letters "I" and "O" were transposed in one position, creating the "GOILAD" error in both the 5c and 10c denominations.The Type II provisionals were printed on two kinds of paper: Gray (5c 29X6, 10c 29X7) and Surface-Coated Dark Blue (5c 29X8, 10c 29X9). The printing on Dark Blue paper is represented by only one 5c stamp (on cover) and three off-cover 10c stamps—none with the "GOILAD" error. Two have February postmarks, which we believe are 1865 dates.The July 1862 rate change to a 10c rate for any distance eliminated the need for a 5c stamp. While it seems likely that the Type II setting and printing occurred after July 1862, it is difficult to understand why Postmaster Clarke would bother to print 5c stamps when there was no 5c rate at this point.The 5c Type II on Gray Paper is not known on cover. The CWPS census lists four examples of 29X6 (on Gray) and a single example of 29X8 (Dark Blue). The four 29X6 stamps, including two in a pair with the "GOILAD" error, are as follows (we have added "Off" for off-cover):GOL-TX-A04/A04a-[Off]-001: Pair, left stamp the "GOILAD" error (29X6a, the only known example), right stamp normal, Goliad datestamp, ex Ferrary, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Boker, Haub ("Erivan"), offered in this sale as lot 2170GOL-TX-A04-[Off]-007: Pen cancel, 1998 Rarities (Sale 800, lot 388), Gorham (Sale 1255, lot 1175)GOL-TX-A04-[Off]-006: Pen cancel, small repair at bottom left, ex Steves (photo labeled 10), Hessel and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 249), the stamp offered here CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A04-[Off]-006. Ex Steves (photo labeled 10), Hessel and Dr. Brandon. Scott value $22,500.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Goliad Tex., 5c Black on Gray, Type II, "GOILAD" Error (29X6a). Type ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 5c Black on Gray, Type II, "GOILAD" Error (29X6a). Type II with "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" in design, horizontal pair, left stamp the "GOILAD" spelling error, the back of the pair has additional printing—the letters "J. C. MA" and ornamental frame—mostly large margins, just touched at bottom left, cancelled by lightly struck Goliad circular datestamp, bright and fresh paper, vertical crease between stampsEXTREMELY FINE. THIS IS THE ONLY RECORDED PAIR OF ANY GOLIAD POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL ISSUE AND, OF EVEN GREATER IMPORTANCE, IT IS THE ONLY RECORDED EXAMPLE OF THE 5-CENT "GOILAD" SPELLING ERROR. ONE OF THE GREATEST RARITIES OF AMERICAN PHILATELY.In the Type II setting, "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" were added to the design. The earliest recorded date of use for any Type II provisional is October 21, 1863. When the second setting was assembled, the letters "I" and "O" were transposed in one position, creating the "GOILAD" error in both the 5c and 10c denominations.The Type II provisionals were printed on two kinds of paper: Gray (5c 29X6, 10c 29X7) and Surface-Coated Dark Blue (5c 29X8, 10c 29X9). The printing on Dark Blue paper is represented by only one 5c stamp (on cover) and three off-cover 10c stamps—none with the "GOILAD" error. Two have February postmarks, which we believe are 1865 dates.The July 1862 rate change to a 10c rate for any distance eliminated the need for a 5c stamp. While it seems likely that the Type II setting and printing occurred after July 1862, it is difficult to understand why Postmaster Clarke would bother to print 5c stamps when there was no 5c rate at this point.The 5c Type II on Gray Paper is not known on cover. The CWPS census lists four examples of 29X6 (on Gray) and a single example of 29X8 (Dark Blue). The four 29X6 stamps, including two in a pair with the "GOILAD" error, are as follows (we have added "Off" for off-cover):GOL-TX-A04/A04a-[Off]-001: Pair, left stamp the "GOILAD" error (29X6a, the only known example), right stamp normal, Goliad datestamp, ex Ferrary, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Boker, Haub ("Erivan"), the pair offered in this saleGOL-TX-A04-[Off]-007: Pen cancel, 1998 Rarities (Sale 800, lot 388), Gorham (Sale 1255, lot 1175)GOL-TX-A04-[Off]-006: Pen cancel, small repair at bottom left, ex Steves (photo labeled 10), Hessel and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 249), offered in this sale as lot 2171CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A04/A04a-[Off]-001. Illustrated in Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 2). Ex Ferrary, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Boker and Haub ("Erivan"). Ferrary's trefoil handstamp and pencil "RHW Co." (Weill) on back. Scott value $170,000.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on Gray, Type II (29X7). Type II with "J. A. ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on Gray, Type II (29X7). Type II with "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" in design, margins clear to touched with full ornaments all around, lightly cancelled by "PAID" straightline, deep thins including one which leaves a small hole at rightFINE APPEARANCE. ONLY EIGHT 10-CENT TYPE II GOLIAD PROVISIONAL STAMPS ARE RECORDED, INCLUDING THREE OFF COVER.In the Type II setting, "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" were added to the design. The earliest recorded date of use for any Type II provisional is October 21, 1863. When the second setting was assembled, the letters "I" and "O" were transposed in one position, creating the "GOILAD" error in both the 5c and 10c denominations.The Type II provisionals were printed on two kinds of paper: Gray (5c 29X6, 10c 29X7) and Surface-Coated Dark Blue (5c 29X8, 10c 29X9). The printing on Dark Blue paper is represented by only one 5c stamp (on cover) and three off-cover 10c stamps—none with the "GOILAD" error. Two have February postmarks, which we believe are 1865 dates.The CWPS census lists eight 10c Type II stamps (29X7, without the "GOILAD" error), including five on covers, one of which is in the Tapling collection at the British Library, and three off cover. In addition to the normal 10c Type II, there are three of the Type II “GOILAD” spelling error (two on covers).CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A08-[Off]-013. Ex Weill Brothers' Stock and Stanley. With 1990 C.S.A. certificate not mentioning faults. Scott value $12,000.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on Buff, Type II (29X7 variety). Type II with ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on Buff, Type II (29X7 variety). Type II with "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" in design, large even margins all around, tied by “PAID” straightline cancel, second strike to left, on brown cover to Susan F. Moody, Victoria Tex.—the wife of Victoria Postmaster James A. Moody—with original letter enclosure datelined "Goliad, August" (circa 1864), light pre-manufacturing fold in cover at left, small piece out of backflap from opening, these negligible flaws mentioned only to emphasize the exceptionally fine condition of this rare provisional coverEXTREMELY FINE. ONE OF THE FINEST OF THE FOUR 10-CENT TYPE II GOLIAD COVERS AVAILABLE TO COLLECTORS. THE STAMP IS PRINTED ON BUFF PAPER, NOT THE LISTED GRAY PAPER.In the Type II setting, "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" were added to the design. The earliest recorded date of use for any Type II provisional is October 21, 1863. When the second setting was assembled, the letters "I" and "O" were transposed in one position, creating the "GOILAD" error in both the 5c and 10c denominations.The Type II provisionals were printed on two kinds of paper: Gray (5c 29X6, 10c 29X7) and Surface-Coated Dark Blue (5c 29X8, 10c 29X9). The printing on Dark Blue paper is represented by only one 5c stamp (on cover) and three off-cover 10c stamps—none with the "GOILAD" error. Two have February postmarks, which we believe are 1865 dates.Of the eight normal 10c Type II (29X7) stamps in the CWPS census, five are used on covers, including an uncancelled stamp on a cover in the Tapling collection at the British Library, which leaves four covers available to collectors. Only three of the four available covers have stamps tied by the town datestamp or “PAID” straightline. In addition to the normal 10c Type II, there are two other covers with the Type II “GOILAD” spelling error (and one off-cover stamp)—one is incorrectly listed in CWPS as normal 29X7. The cover offered here was acquired in 1988 by Charles W. Deaton from descendants of the Moody family. It is the last Goliad provisional to come to light.The stamp on this cover is certified as the normal 29X7 on Gray paper, in accordance with the Scott listing. However, this stamp and the Gray 29X7 stamp are on two different colored papers. This stamp's paper is more accurately described as Buff. It is known that the Goliad Messenger newspaper office used whatever paper they could find, including salvaged paper from other print runs. Therefore, it is quite conceivable that papers of different colors were used for the Goliad printings.CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A08-[Cover]-003. Illustrated in Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 15). Ex Castillejo ("Camina") and Sharrer. With 1994 P.F. certificate as 10c Black on Gray 29X7.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on Dark Blue, Type II (29X9). Type II with "J. ...mehr
Goliad Tex., 10c Black on Dark Blue, Type II (29X9). Type II with "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" in design, large margins all around, tied by wide manuscript "X" cancel on yellow piece with bold strike of "Goliad Tex. Feb. 15" circular datestamp, probably 1865 yeardateEXTREMELY FINE. BY FAR THE FINEST OF THE FOUR KNOWN GOLIAD POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL STAMPS PRINTED ON DARK BLUE PAPER. ONLY ONE 5-CENT AND THREE 10-CENT STAMPS ARE KNOWN ON THIS PAPER, AND ALL OF THE OTHERS HAVE FAULTS OR SERIOUS DEFECTS. THIS IS NOT ONLY ONE OF THE RAREST PROVISIONAL STAMPS ISSUED BY A SOUTHERN POSTMASTER, IT RANKS AMONG THE RAREST STAMPS IN ALL OF PHILATELY.In the Type II setting, "J. A. Clarke" and "Post Master" were added to the design. The earliest recorded date of use for any Type II provisional is October 21, 1863. When the second setting was assembled, the letters "I" and "O" were transposed in one position, creating the "GOILAD" error in both the 5c and 10c denominations.The Type II provisionals were printed on two kinds of paper: Gray (5c 29X6, 10c 29X7) and Surface-Coated Dark Blue (5c 29X8, 10c 29X9). The printing on Dark Blue paper is represented by only one 5c stamp (on cover) and three off-cover 10c stamps—none with the "GOILAD" error. Two have February postmarks, which we believe are 1865 dates.The CWPS census of 5c (29X8) and 10c (29X9) lists the following examples (we have added "[Off]" and "[Cover]" to numbers):GOL-TX-A05-[Cover]-006: Repaired 5c on a cover from which another stamp was removed, ex Ferrary, Hind, Dr. Graves, Weill, Gross, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 251)GOL-TX-A09-[Off]-015: On piece with Feb. 15 datestamp, discovered by Albert Steves in 1930 (Crown book, page 117), "D.K." collection (Sale 1022, lot 1027), the stamp offered hereGOL-TX-A09-[Off]-009: Cancelled by pen "X", ex Steves, Worthington, Hind, Lilly, "West Haven" collection, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 252)GOL-TX-A09-[Off]-018: Cancelled by pen "X" (?), Steves photo 13The stamp offered here was acquired by "D.K." in 1998 in a private purchase from Charles W. Deaton through the Siegel firm. Its condition is far superior to the condition of the other known examples.CWPS census no. GOL-TX-A09-[Off]-015. Illustrated in Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 6). Ex Steves and "D.K." collection. With 2000 P.F. certificate. Scott value $27,500.For a history of the Goliad postmaster's provisional issues:
Gonzales Tex., (10c) Gold on Garnet Glazed Paper (30X2). Ample to ...mehr
Gonzales Tex., (10c) Gold on Garnet Glazed Paper (30X2). Ample to large margins, impression of gold shows clearly against garnet background color, tied by two pen strokes, "Gonzales Tex. 14 (Jul.)" (1861) double-circle datestamp and faint strike of "PAID" handstamp on blue lined folded letter datelined "Gonzales July 14th 1864" from R. Malone to Elder J. H. Thurmond at San Antonio, small tear in edge of cover at bottom right VERY FINE. ONE OF TWO GENUINE COVERS WITH THE GONZALES 10-CENT POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL LABEL IN GOLD ON GARNET PAPER—OF THE TWO, THIS IS THE ONLY TIED STAMP AND ITS CONDITION IS SUPERIOR TO THE OTHER KNOWN COVER. AN OUTSTANDING RARITY OF CIVIL WAR PHILATELY.John V. Law, the postmaster who issued the Gonzales provisional stamps, migrated from England to Texas sometime prior to 1842, when he participated in the Battle of Salado (https://www.sonsofdewittcolony.org/saladobennet.htm). In 1858 he began advertising a "new" drugstore in Gonzales with a partner named Coleman—spelled with an "e" in contemporary ads, but spelled "Colman" on the labels. The business was located "adjoining the post office" and expanded to include selling books.Law was the Gonzales postmaster from 1853 through October 1865 (Deaton, p. 83). According to postal records, he received his Confederate postmaster appointment on July 17, 1861. Law's legacy to stamp collectors is his use of colorful adhesive labels, which read "Colman & Law, Booksellers & Druggists, Gonzales, Texas," as a means of indicating prepaid postage on letters. The Gonzales provisional stamps were originally produced for use on books and medicines, and none have a denomination explicitly stated. Examples genuinely used on postmarked covers are extremely rare.The Gold on Dark Blue (30X1) is recorded on three covers, each with a pair, all from the same correspondence to James F. Miller, a soldier with the 8th Texas Cavalry at Corinth, Mississippi. The discovery of these three covers was first reported in Mekeel's, February 3, 1898. The use of pairs in 1861 indicates the Dark Blue stamp had a nominal value of 5c. Each pair on the three Miller covers has a Gonzales double-circle datestamp applied before use, evidently as a control mark, and an additional of the datestamp applied as a postmark. Presumably, this measure enabled Law to distinguish provisional postage from valueless book labels.The Gold on Garnet (30X2) is recorded on two genuine covers dated in 1864, which means the stamps had a nominal value of 10c. A third cover with the Gold on Garnet stamp has a CWPS certificate stating that the tying portion of the cancel is in pencil and, therefore, it did not originate on the cover. In addition to the two stamps on covers, there is an off-cover single, ex Ferrary and Kirkman, which has an old P.F. certificate, but would probably not be certified as genuine today.The Gold on Black (30X3) is recorded on three covers—one dated in 1861, another in 1865, and a third without a yeardate (offered in this sale as lot 2176). On two of the covers, including the one offered in lot 2176, there is a manuscript 5c rate marking—these are noted in the "Uncertain Uses" section of the CWPS census.A detailed list of the CWPS census follows. In the census "Uncertain Uses" section, Crown raises questions about the genuineness of three covers, indicated below with brackets around the census number. Collectors should understand that the uncertainty is based on Crown's opinion and does not reflect other opinions.(5c) Gold on Dark Blue (30X1):GON-TX-A01-001: Pair with precancels, tied by datestamp, "Paid 10" manuscript rate, to James F. Miller, Co. I, 8th Texas Cavalry, Corinth Miss., forwarding directive, ex Caspary, 1982 Rarities (Sale 596, lot 19)GON-TX-A01-002: Pair with precancels and pen cancels, datestamp, "Paid 10" manuscript rate, to James F. Miller, Co. I, 8th Texas Cavalry, Corinth Miss., forwarding directive, ex Hessel and CarnahanGON-TX-A01-003: Pair with precancels, tied by datestamp, "Paid 10" manuscript rate, to James F. Miller, Co. I, 8th Texas Cavalry, Corinth Miss., bottom part of cover missing, ex Ferrary, Moody, Boker, and Haub ("Erivan")(10c) Gold on Garnet (30X2):GON-TX-A03-007: Tied by pen cancel, (Jul.) 14 (1864) datestamp and "PAID" on July 14, 1864 folded letter to Elder J. H. Thurmond, San Antonio, ex Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, 1969 Rarities (Sale 350, lot 237), Weatherly (pencil "AEW" on back) and Rosenberg, the cover offered here[GON-TX-A03-009]: Tied by pen cancel, but CWPS certificate states tying portion is pencil and stamp did not originate, enclosure dated Jul. 3, 1864, to Eustace St. P. Bellinger, Co. B, 8th Texas Infantry, Hobby's Regt., Galveston Tex., ex Walcott and HughesGON-TX-A03-006: Pen cancel, used on Nov. 1, 1864 folded letter to T. W. House, Houston Tex., ex Caspary, Kilbourne and Haub ("Erivan")(5c or 10c) Gold on Black (30X3):[GON-TX-A02-004]: Uncancelled, manuscript "Paid 5" above stamp, datestamp on Dec. 2, 1861 folded letter to W. Y. Glass, Victoria Tex., ex Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, 1981 Rarities (Sale 579, lot 478)GON-TX-A02-005: Tied by pen cancel, blue datestamp (Apr. 1?) and "PAID" on cover to Mr. A. I. Clark, Galveston Tex., directed to "Company B. Cook's Regiment. in care of Captain Riley", 1865 pencil receipt docketing, original enclosure datelined "Gonzalez Texas, March 28, 1865", ex Hessel and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 253)[GON-TX-A02-008]: Tied by pen cancel (previously lifted and hinged in place), Jun. 19 (1861?) datestamp, manuscript "5" rate above stamp on cover to T. M. Harwood, care of Breeden & Fox, Richmond Va., ex Haub ("Erivan"), offered in this sale as lot 2176CWPS census no. GON-TX-A03-007. Ex Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, 1969 Rarities (Sale 350, lot 237), Weatherly (pencil "AEW" on back) and Rosenberg. With 1981 P.F. certificate. Scott value $35,000
Gonzales Tex., (3c?) Gold on Black Glazed Paper (30X3). Four labels, ...mehr
Gonzales Tex., (3c?) Gold on Black Glazed Paper (30X3). Four labels, uncancelled, affixed to large-size cover addressed to the District Clerk of Colorado County, Columbus Tex., "Gonzales Tex. Apr. 8" (1861) double-circle datestamp, blue notary seal on back signed by Benjamin F. Batchelor, notary republic for Gonzales County, the notation on front indicates this was sent from Gonzales to Columbus by A. G. Evans, receipt docketing on back by R. H. Jones, district clerk in Columbus, dated Apr. 9, 1861, some faults and reduced at right, Fine appearance, an intriguing cover, described in the past and in the CWPS census as a fake cover, created by adding four "Colman & Law" labels to a courthouse cover and trimming the right edge to remove postage—we offer it "as is," but it is possible that Postmaster John V. Law used the labels as a means to show that four times the U.S. 3c rate had been received as postage after Texas became a Confederate State (on March 5, 1861) and before the Confederate postal system began operations on June 1, 1861
Gonzales Tex., (5c) Gold on Black Glazed Paper (30X3). Large margins ...mehr
Gonzales Tex., (5c) Gold on Black Glazed Paper (30X3). Large margins to clear at bottom, impression of gold shows clearly against black background color, tied by manuscript "X" cancel, "Gonzales Tex. Jun. 19" (ca. 1861) double-circle datestamp and manuscript "5" rate on yellow cover to T. M. Harwood, care of Breeden & Fox, Richmond Va., pencil note on back "The saddle has not come it is not at store nor the Express office. A. P. Fox", small tear at top of cover, stamp has a small scuff and has been lifted and reaffixed, cover has minor wear and faint bleached spotsVERY FINE. ONE OF THREE RECORDED COVERS WITH THE GONZALES POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL LABEL IN GOLD ON BLACK PAPER. AN OUTSTANDING CONFEDERATE RARITY.John V. Law, the postmaster who issued the Gonzales provisional stamps, migrated from England to Texas sometime prior to 1842, when he participated in the Battle of Salado (https://www.sonsofdewittcolony.org/saladobennet.htm). In 1858 he began advertising a "new" drugstore in Gonzales with a partner named Coleman—spelled with an "e" in contemporary ads, but spelled "Colman" on the labels. The business was located "adjoining the post office" and expanded to include selling books.Law was the Gonzales postmaster from 1853 through October 1865 (Deaton, p. 83). According to postal records, he received his Confederate postmaster appointment on July 17, 1861. Law's legacy to stamp collectors is his use of colorful adhesive labels, which read "Colman & Law, Booksellers & Druggists, Gonzales, Texas," as a means of indicating prepaid postage on letters. The Gonzales provisional stamps were originally produced for use on books and medicines, and none have a denomination explicitly stated. Examples genuinely used on postmarked covers are extremely rare.The Gold on Black (30X3) is recorded on three covers—one dated in 1861, another in 1865, and a third without a yeardate (the cover offered here). On two of the covers, including the one offered in lot 2176, there is a manuscript 5c rate marking—these are noted in the "Uncertain Uses" section of the CWPS census. In the census "Uncertain Uses" section, Crown raises questions about the genuineness of three covers, indicated below with brackets around the census number. Collectors should understand that the uncertainty is based on Crown's opinion and does not reflect other opinions.(5c or 10c) Gold on Black (30X3):[GON-TX-A02-004]: Uncancelled, manuscript "Paid 5" above stamp, datestamp on Dec. 2, 1861 folded letter to W. Y. Glass, Victoria Tex., ex Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, 1981 Rarities (Sale 579, lot 478)GON-TX-A02-005: Tied by pen cancel, blue datestamp (Apr. 1?) and "PAID" on cover to Mr. A. I. Clark, Galveston Tex., directed to "Company B. Cook's Regiment. in care of Captain Riley", 1865 pencil receipt docketing, original enclosure datelined "Gonzalez Texas, March 28, 1865", ex Hessel and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 253)[GON-TX-A02-008]: Tied by pen cancel (previously lifted and hinged in place), Jun. 19 (1861?) datestamp, manuscript "5" rate above stamp on cover to T. M. Harwood, care of Breeden & Fox, Richmond Va., ex Haub ("Erivan"), the cover offered hereAlthough Crown has given this cover "uncertain" status in the CWPS census, his opinion is based on his interpretation of the rate marking. The distance from Gonzales to Richmond is more than 1,000 miles, so at any time during the 1861-65 period, the rate would have been 10c, prepaid or collect. Crown interprets the adhesive plus "5" manuscript rate as only 5c prepaid, because the word "Paid" is not written. An alternate explanation is that the stamp was valued at 5c and the manuscript "5" was an addition for a total of 10c. Perhaps the additional 5c was charged to a post office box account or paid in cash. Without the adhesive, the "5" cents marking still represents an insufficient amount of postage.CWPS census no. GON-TX-A02-008. Ex Haub ("Erivan"). Scott value $35,000
10c Green, Ty. III/II (33/32). Vertical combination pair, beautifully ...mehr
10c Green, Ty. III/II (33/32). Vertical combination pair, beautifully centered, deep shade, used with 1c Blue, Ty. V (24) with captured imprint at right, tied by grid cancels, red "San Antonio Tex. Paid May 2" (1859) circular datestamp and red crayon "21" rate on bright buff cover to Mons, Belgium, red "Boston May 20 Paid 18" credit datestamp, red framed "P.D." handstamp, French entry datestamp (May 30), French transit and Mons backstamps (May 31), Very Fine, scarce use of 1857 Issue to pay the 21c French Mail rate to Belgium—the sender was Jean-Charles Houzeau de Lehaie, a Belgian astronomer at the Royal Observatory of Belgium who left the political storms of Europe and arrived in San Antonio in May 1858, where he observed the Great Comet of 1858—illustrated in Ashbrook's Special Service, ex Grunin and Haub ("Erivan")
10c Green, Ty. III (33). Tied by rim of circular datestamp with ...mehr
10c Green, Ty. III (33). Tied by rim of circular datestamp with second strike of "San Diego Cal. Sep. 9" (ca. 1858) circular datestamp on buff cover with embossed corner card of "E. W. Morse Notary Public, San Diego County Cal." with state seal, addressed to Philip J. Neal, West Amesbury, Mass., "San Antonio Tex. Oct. 8" circular datestamp also ties stamp, pencil docketing "Rec. Oct. 22nd", stamp has nick in margin at right VERY FINE. REPORTED TO BE ONE OF ONLY TWO SURVIVING COVERS THAT WERE CARRIED ON THE ENTIRE "JACKASS MAIL" ROUTE FROM SAN DIEGO TO NEW ORLEANS.The San Antonio and San Diego Mail Line route included a hundred-mile stretch across the Colorado Desert between Fort Yuma and San Diego. This trek utilized mules to carry the mail, giving rise to the moniker “Jackass Mail.” Covers carried on the muleback portion of the San Antonio and San Diego Mail Line route are rare, and this is one of two reported by specialists (Walske) as carried over the entire route.In response to demand for a through-mail route to California, Congress passed three important legislative acts. The first (August 18, 1856) authorized a route between San Antonio, Texas, and San Diego, California. The second (February 17, 1857) authorized the construction and improvement of the road from El Paso to Fort Yuma. The third (March 3, 1857) authorized stage service between the border of western settlements and California—this last piece of legislation led to the creation of the overland mail route. After reviewing contract proposals for the overland mail route, Postmaster General Aaron V. Brown, former governor of Tennessee, notified James E. Birch that he was awarded the San Antonio-to-San Diego mail contract (Route 8076). The four-year mail service contract with Birch was signed on June 12, 1857 (effective ten days later), and service was set to begin in less than a month, on July 9.Birch’s contract required two trips per month along the 1,476-mile route between San Antonio and San Diego, in 30 days or less, and it paid $149,800 per year. Departures were made from San Antonio and San Diego on the same days—the 9th and 24th of each month. The stage between El Paso and San Antonio made round trips, while mail carriers started in San Diego (eastbound) and El Paso (westbound), met midway at Maricopa Wells, exchanged the mail, and returned to each starting point. The first trip departed San Antonio on July 9, 1857, and the first eastbound trip left San Diego on August 9, 1857.The cover offered here was carried on the eastbound trip that left San Diego on September 9—in 1857, according to Walske, but we think it was more likely 1858. After the long overland trip, the mail bag containing this cover was carried from Indianola, Texas, to New Orleans. From there it traveled by contract steamship to New York and then by rail to Massachusetts. The presence of both the San Diego and San Antonio datestamps is very unusual.James E. Birch perished in the wreck of the S.S. Central America in September 1857, and the stage line was sold to George H. Giddings in March 1858. Only 40 trips were made over the entire route with gross postal receipts of $601 before the line was gradually “deconstructed” and absorbed into the overland mail route, which Postmaster General Brown had awarded to John Butterfield’s consortium (Frajola-Risvold, “Deconstructing the Jackass Mail Route,” Chronicle 220, and https://www.nps.gov/nhl/news/LC/spring2013/ButterfieldOverlandTrail.pdf).This cover was mailed by Ephraim W. Morse and bears his embossed notary public corner card. It is addressed to Morse's brother-in-law, Philip J. Neal. Biographical information is quoted from https://sandiegohistory.org/archives/archivalcollections/ms144/:Ephraim W. Morse was born in Amesbury, Massachusetts on October 16, 1823. He arrived in San Diego, California in 1850, after a short stint gold panning in San Francisco. His first business venture was the operation of a general store, supplied through his San Francisco business associates Daniel Breed and A.J. Chase. He quickly expanded his businesses to include sheep ranching, beekeeping, copper mining, and law. In the late 1860s Morse partnered with Alonzo Horton in the field of real estate speculation, and their persistent promotion of the area fueled the growth of the City of San Diego and its move to New Town. Morse’s first wife was Lydia Gray, whom he brought to San Diego in 1851. They had one son, Edward W., who was sent to live with relatives in Massachusetts after Lydia’s death in 1856. In 1866 Morse married San Diego’s first schoolteacher, Mary Chase Walker.Ex Dr. Milgram and Walske
Helena Tex., 5c Black on Buff (38X1). Large even margins, clear ...mehr
Helena Tex., 5c Black on Buff (38X1). Large even margins, clear impression on fresh paper, cancelled by “Helena Tex.” circular datestamp, two tiny tears in margin at top, small thin spotsEXTREMELY FINE APPEARANCE. arguably the finest of only THREE RECORDED 5-CENT HELENA POSTMASTER’S PROVISIONAL STAMPS. ALL THREE ARE OFF COVER AND ONLY THIS STAMP HAS A CLEAR CANCELLATION.The Helena provisional stamps were issued by Postmaster David W. Dailey. He had the stamps printed at the offices of the Goliad Messenger, where the Goliad provisionals were printed. They share certain common traits: noticeably the border ornaments are the same, and the backs of certain examples have additional printings, indicating that printed forms were reused to make stamps.There are five recorded examples of the Helena provisional stamps, all off cover, including three 5c and two 10c. The three 5c stamps are listed in the CWPS census as follows:HEL-TX-A01-001: Uncancelled, four margins, creases, toned spot, ex Lilly, Boker and Haub ("Erivan")HEL-TX-A01-002: Helena town datestamp, four margins, small thin spots, tiny tears, ex Caspary, Lightner, Dr. Graves, “Beverly Hills”, “Camina” (Castillejo), Dr. Maffeo and Sharrer, the stamp offered hereHEL-TX-A01-003: Indistinct cancel, close at top, margins on other sides, thin and stain, printing on back, ex Steves, Caspary, Kirkman and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 259)CWPS census no. HEL-TX-A01-002. Illustrated in Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 8). Ex Caspary, Lightner, Dr. Graves, “Beverly Hills”, “Camina” (Castillejo), Dr. Maffeo and Sharrer. With 1994 P.F. certificate. Scott value $20,000 with footnote “Used examples are valued with small faults or repairs, as all recorded have faults.”
Helena Tex., 10c Black on Buff (38X2). Large to full margins, clear ...mehr
Helena Tex., 10c Black on Buff (38X2). Large to full margins, clear impression, blue manuscript "E.F.W." initials, margin repair at upper right and thinnedVERY FINE APPEARANCE. ONE OF TWO RECORDED 10-CENT HELENA POSTMASTER’S PROVISIONAL STAMPS. ONE OF THE GREAT RARITIES OF CONFEDERATE PHILATELY.The Helena provisional stamps were issued by Postmaster David W. Dailey. He had the stamps printed at the offices of the Goliad Messenger, where the Goliad provisionals were printed. They share certain common traits: noticeably the border ornaments are the same, and the backs of certain examples have additional printings, indicating that printed forms were reused to make stamps.There are five recorded examples of the Helena provisional stamps, all off cover, including three 5c and two 10c. The two 10c stamps are listed in the CWPS census as follows:HEL-TX-A02-004: Four margins, blue manuscript cancel, small margin repair and thinned, ex Caspary, Kirkman and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 260), the stamp offered hereHEL-TX-A02-005: Four margins, light cancel, closed tear and thinned, ex Ferrary, Caspary, Lightner, Lilly, Boker and Haub ("Erivan")The initials on this stamp are not those of Postmaster David W. Dailey. They appear to be "E.F.M." or "E.F.W."CWPS census no. HEL-TX-A02-004. Illustrated in Deaton, The Great Texas Stamp Collection (plate 8). Ex Caspary, Kirkman and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 260). Scott value $20,000 with footnote “Used examples are valued with small faults or repairs, as all recorded have faults.”
Independence Tex., 10c Black on Buff, Large "10" Handstamp (41X1). ...mehr
Independence Tex., 10c Black on Buff, Large "10" Handstamp (41X1). Cut with huge circular margins, very bold and clear handstamp impression, uncancelled as always, mostly clear "Independance Tex. Jul. 31" (with spelling error in town name) on July 29, 1862 folded letter from Asa Hoxey to T. W. House at Houston Tex., pinhole thru stamp and lettersheet, folds in letter pass through stamp, they are either stationery folds prior to use or stamp creases in stamp have been pressed out, the stamp appears to have wrinkles and possibly a sealed tearEXTREMELY FINE APPEARANCE. THE ONLY RECORDED EXAMPLE OF THE INDEPENDENCE POSTMASTER'S PROVISIONAL WITH THE LARGE "10" RATE, SCOTT 41X1. ONE OF THE GREATEST RARITIES OF AMERICAN PHILATELY—THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A STAMP OF WHICH JUST ONE EXAMPLE IS KNOWN.Postal records show three different Confederate postmasters of Independence, Texas: William J. Hale (appointed Jul. 12, 1861, resigned); George R. Seward (appointed Dec. 28, 1861); and John McKnight (appointed Jan. 19, 1863). Four of the five recorded Independence provisional covers have not been reliably assigned yeardates, but the cover offered here (CWPS census no. IND-TX-A01-001) is postmarked July 31 and has a clearly written July 29, 1862, yeardate, which would position it during Seward's tenure. Two of the four covers with 41X3 have postmark dates of November 24 (offered in this sale as lot 2186) and April 29 (pencil docketing "1862").This was the first Independence provisional to be discovered. It was found in January 1898 by E. D. Dorchester, a Texas collector who was married to the granddaughter of T. W. House, founder of a large banking and commercial firm in Houston. Dorchester was given access to the T. W. House firm's correspondence and found this Independence provisional cover and a Gonzales provisional cover (CWPS census no. GON-TX-A03-006), as well as other Confederate covers. There is a typewritten statement on this folded letter from T. W. House and William Christian, attesting to its discovery and gifting to Dorchester in January 1898 (notarized June 16, 1899).The CWPS census records one example of the Large "10" (41X1), offered here, and four examples of the Small "10" with manuscript "Pd" (41X3):Large "10" (Scott 41X1):IND-TX-A01-001: Cut to shape, Jul. 31 (1862) circular datestamp, on cover to T. W. House, Houston, discovered by E. D. Dorchester in Jan. 1898 among the T. W. House correspondence, ex Ferrary, Hind, Brooks, Moody, Hall (Sale 840, lot 62) and Haub ("Erivan"), the cover offered hereSmall "10" and Manuscript "Pd" (Scott 41X3):IND-TX-A01-002: Cut to shape, Nov. 24 (186-) circular datestamp, on cover to Capt. T. L. Scott, Terry's Regt. (8th Texas Cavalry), Shreveport La., ex A. H. Schumacher (discoverer ca. 1919), Caspary, Weatherly, Kilbourne (Sale 815, lot 47) and Haub ("Erivan"), offered in this sale as lot 2186IND-TX-A01-004: Cut square, town circle without date, on cover to Capt. T. L. Scott, Terry's Regt. (8th Texas Cavalry), Shreveport La., ex A. H. Schumacher (discoverer ca. 1919), Caspary, Flick (per Freeland), Lilly, Freeland, 1983 Rarities (Sale 618, lot 307), "Beverly Hills" collectionIND-TX-A01-003: Cut to shape, town circle with faint date (MO?/18), on cover to Capt. T. L. Scott, Terry's Regt. (8th Texas Cavalry), Houston Tex., ex A. H. Schumacher (discoverer ca. 1919), Hessel, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 262)IND-TX-A01a*-005: Cut to shape, Apr. 29 (186-) circular datestamp, on cover to Capt. T. L. Scott, Terry's Regt. (8th Texas Cavalry), Sandy Point Tex., ex A. H. Schumacher (discoverer ca. 1919), Walcott, Lightner (?), Freeland, 1982 Rarities (Sale 596, lot 24), Haub ("Erivan") (*) this is the example previously listed without manuscript "Pd" but now thought to have a faded "Pd"CWPS census no. IND-TX-A01-001. Ex E. D. Dorchester (discovered January 1898), Ferrary (trefoil handstamp at bottom right corner), Hind, Brooks, Moody, Hall and Haub ("Erivan"). Scott value $70,000
Victoria Tex., 10c Red Brown on Green, Type I, Large Thin Numerals ...mehr
Victoria Tex., 10c Red Brown on Green, Type I, Large Thin Numerals (88X2). Large margins at right and bottom, touched at top and left, tied by red "Victoria Tex. Jun. 23" (1863) circular datestamp and matching "PAID" handstamp on folded cover to "C. Hellenkamp Esqr., Lagrange"—the recipient was Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Helmcamp, a German immigrant—very minor faint toning not mentioned on certificateEXTREMELY FINE. ONE OF TWO RECORDED VICTORIA 10-CENT POSTMASTER’S PROVISIONAL COVERS—THESE ARE THE ONLY RECORDED COVERS WITH ANY OF THE VICTORIA PROVISIONALS.According to Deaton (p. 56) and other sources, James A. Moody migrated from Nova Scotia to Texas in 1835 and settled in Victoria, where he served as mayor, district clerk, and justice of the peace. Victoria's first post office was established in 1838 and Moody was appointed the first postmaster, serving continuously during the Republic period. After Texas became a state, he was appointed U.S. postmaster on May 22, 1846, and served through the Civil War, receiving his appointment as a C.S.A. postmaster on July 12, 1861. Moody was the Confederate postmaster until he was replaced by R. H. Coleman (C.S.A. postmaster) on April 17, 1865, just as the war was nearing its conclusion. After the war, James J. Hall was appointed U.S. postmaster on Oct. 18, 1865, and he was replaced by Rev. John H. Thurmond on Jan. 5, 1866.Moody issued 5c and 10c provisional stamps bearing his name. Deaton reports that the stamps were printed at the newspaper offices of the Victoria Advocate, published by S. A. White. All of the stamps were printed from a typeset form on green paper. The 5c and 10c settings with large thin numerals are quite similar in composition. The second 10c setting has a small italic numeral "10".The CWPS census records the following 5c and 10c Type I (Large Thin Numerals) stamps:5c Red Brown on Green, Type I, Large Thin Numerals (88X1)—5 total (all unused):VIC-TX-A01-001: Original gum, sound, top right corner margins, ex Ferrary, Hind, Hall, "D.K." collection and Sharrer (Sale 1035, lot 92)VIC-TX-A01-006: Part original gum, top right corner margins, vertical crease, ex Caspary, Lilly, Kilbourne and Haub ("Erivan")VIC-TX-A01-002: Small part original gum, top left corner margins, small thins and light crease, ex Hessel and Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 350)VIC-TX-A01-005: Unused (no gum), bottom right corner margins, light chipping of surface coating, natural paper bubble at right, acquired by H. E. Harris and put into reference collection as a counterfeit, collection sold to Carl Kane and then to Glen LaFontaine, certified genuine in 2008 and sold to Rex Felton, sold in Sales 1016 (lot 645) and 1048 (lot 419)VIC-TX-A01-012: Unused (no gum), margin at right, other sides clear to touching, repaired, 1985 Rarities (Sale 645, lot 423)10c Red Brown on Green, Type I, Large Thin Numerals (88X2)—5 total (3 unused off cover, 2 on separate covers):VIC-TX-A02-007: Unused (no gum), mostly clear margins, thin and crease ending in a small tear, acquired by H. E. Harris and put into reference collection as a counterfeit, collection sold to Carl Kane and then to Glen LaFontaine, certified genuine in 2008 and sold to Rex Felton, sold in Sales 1016 (lot 646) and 1048 (lot 420)VIC-TX-A02-010: Unused (no gum), bottom right corner margins, faults, discovered by Steves, ex HesselVIC-TX-A02-014: Unused (no gum), one-third of design at right missing and restored, discovered by Steves, ex "Penguin" (Sale 1364, lot 1144) and Sale 1330, lot 601VIC-TX-A02a (with "PAID")-009: Tied by red Jun. 23 (1863) datestamp and "PAID" on cover to "C. Hellenkamp Esqr., Lagrange" (C. Helmcamp, La Grange Tex.), first Victoria provisional discovered, acquired by Steves from the addressee's granddaughter, Mrs. Arthur Guenther (of San Antonio), and reported in September 1893 Mekeel's; ex Caspary (purchased Aug. 20, 1904 from New England Stamp Co.), Muzzy, Boker and Haub ("Erivan"), the cover offered hereVIC-TX-A02b (with "PAID" and "10")-008: Tied by Mar. 30 (1863) datestamp with "PAID" and "10" on folded letter to J. San Roman, Brownsville Tex., ex Brooks, Weatherly, Kilbourne, Gross, "D.K." collection (Sale 1022, lot 1123)The two covers bearing the 10c Type I (nos. 008 and 009 in CWPS census) are the only covers recorded with any of the Victoria provisionals. The June 23 cover offered here was the first discovery of a Victoria postmaster's provisional stamp. It was acquired by Albert Steves from Mrs. Arthur Guenther of San Antonio, the granddaughter of Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Helmcamp (1813-1898), a German immigrant from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, who settled in La Grange, Texas. Steves reported the find in the September 1893 edition of Mekeel's. Eleven years later, on August 20, 1904, the cover was purchased by Alfred H. Caspary from the New England Stamp Co., where Warren H. Colson was employed (Caspary noted the source on the back).After Caspary's death, his collection of Confederate postmasters' provisionals was sold by H. R. Harmer on March 5, 1956. The Victoria cover sold to H. Gray Muzzy, a collector from the Detroit suburb of Bloomfield Hills. Muzzy's collection of Confederate States was sold by H. R. Harmer on Apr. 21, 1967, two years before his death. At the Muzzy auction the Victoria cover was acquired by John R. Boker, Jr. Some years later, in the early 1970s, Boker sold many of his best Confederate provisionals to Erivan Haub. It next appeared at auction in the H. R. Harmer sale of the Haub collection ("Erivan", Sale 7, Jun. 22-24, 2022), where it was acquired for the Magnolia collection.CWPS census no. VIC-TX-A02a-009. Acquired by Steves from addressee's granddaughter, Mrs. Arthur Guenther (of San Antonio), and reported in September 1893 Mekeel's. Ex Caspary (his note on back "8/20/04 New Eng. EJS"), Muzzy, Boker and Haub ("Erivan"). With 2022 P.F. certificate. Scott value $90,000
Victoria Tex., 10c Red Brown on Green, Type II, Slanting “10” ...mehr
Victoria Tex., 10c Red Brown on Green, Type II, Slanting “10” (88X3). Margins clear to touching frame, clear impression on deep green paper, cancelled by part of Victoria Tex. circular datestamp at lower right, tiny bit of an additional cancel at left center edgeVERY FINE. ONE OF FOUR RECORDED EXAMPLES OF THE VICTORIA 10-CENT TYPE II POSTMASTER’S PROVISIONAL, ALL OF WHICH ARE OFF COVER, INCLUDING TWO UNUSED STAMPS. THIS IS BY FAR THE FINER OF THE TWO USED EXAMPLES, AND IT IS THE ONLY SOUND STAMP AMONG THE FOUR KNOWN.According to Deaton (p. 56) and other sources, James A. Moody migrated from Nova Scotia to Texas in 1835 and settled in Victoria, where he served as mayor, district clerk, and justice of the peace. Victoria's first post office was established in 1838 and Moody was appointed the first postmaster, serving continuously during the Republic period. After Texas became a state, he was appointed U.S. postmaster on May 22, 1846, and served through the Civil War, receiving his appointment as a C.S.A. postmaster on July 12, 1861. Moody was the Confederate postmaster until he was replaced by R. H. Coleman (C.S.A. postmaster) on April 17, 1865, just as the war was nearing its conclusion. After the war, James J. Hall was appointed U.S. postmaster on Oct. 18, 1865, and he was replaced by Rev. John H. Thurmond on Jan. 5, 1866.Moody issued 5c and 10c provisional stamps bearing his name. Deaton reports that the stamps were printed at the newspaper offices of the Victoria Advocate, published by S. A. White. All of the stamps were printed from a typeset form on green paper. The 5c and 10c settings with large thin numerals are quite similar in composition. A second 10c setting with a small italic numeral "10" was also used. The only known Victoria provisional covers are franked with a single 10c with large thin numeral, dated March 30 and June 23, 1863—the latter cover is offered in this sale as lot 2193.The CWPS census records the following examples of the 10c Type II with Slanted "10" (Scott 88X3):VIC-TX-A03-013: Unused, large margins, small tear at top left, 1968 Rarities (Sale 330, lot 207), Haub ("Erivan")VIC-TX-A03-004: Unused, margins clear to just into frameline, small thin spot, ex Ferrary, Hind, Brooks, Moody, Weill, Kilbourne, Dr. Brandon (Sale 1073, lot 351)VIC-TX-A03-003: Used, part of datestamp ("Oct"), extensively repaired across lower right, ex Caspary, 1982 Rarities (Sale 596, lot 73)VIC-TX-A03-011: Used, part of datestamp at lower right, margins clear to touching frame, ex Castillejo ("Camina"), Dr. Maffeo, Sharrer (Sale 1035, lot 93), the stamp offered hereThe only other used example of the Victoria 10c Type II provisional is the ex-Caspary stamp (no. A03-003), which is heavily repaired.CWPS census no. VIC-TX-A03-011. Illustrated in Crown book (page 357). Ex Castillejo ("Camina"), Dr. Maffeo and Sharrer. With 1994 P.F. certificate. Scott value $30,000
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