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The Original Thirteen, multi-color overall oval of the thirteen Original States Seals with eagle, shield and flags at top, Upton imprint on bottom backflap, on cover bearing 3¢ dull red (26) , slightly affected by edge placement, tied by "Washington D.C. Aug 28, 1861" cds to Amesbury Mass.; slightly reduced at left, some light toning, Fine and scarce Civil War patriotic.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $300 - 400.

For the Union, Massachusetts, bronze Magnus two-panel patriotic design showing Sailor & Female and State Seal on lettersheet datelined " Camp Vermont, November Nov the 9th 1862 " letter from soldier to his brother including some military content" …… "; some fold wear and soiling just affecting design; file folds, Fine.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $100 - 150.

For the Union, Minnesota, multicolor Magnus two-panel patriotic design showing Two Indians and State Seal on lettersheet datelined " Nov 29th 1862, Camp near Tennalytown " letter from soldier to his sister including some military content" …we have got out of hte wilderness once more, another Regt. have moved to the front we are back to our old camp on George Town Heights where we was when we first camped in Dixey…We expect to go into winter quarters here… "; bold coloring; file folds, Very Fine and choice example of this desirable patriotic design.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $200 - 300.

For the Union, New Hampshire, multicolor Magnus two-panel patriotic design showing Female with Female Indian and State Seal on lettersheet datelined "Fort Staunton, Nov 5th 1862" letter from soldier asking about fishing, 1/3 of second black page removed, accompanied by original Magnus Soldier patriotic design bearing 3¢ rose (65) mostly removed, tied by partial "Washington D.C." cds to Jordan N.Y., reduced at right, F.-V.F. and scarce Magnus pair.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $200 - 300.

For the Union, New Jersey, multicolor Magnus two-panel patriotic design showing Lady Liberty with Indian Maiden and State Seal on cover bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by "Washington D.C. Oct 8" cds to Balm Pa., some wear and reduced slightly at right; accompanied by non-original matching Magnus For the Union, New Jersey lettersheet datelined " Arlington Heights, October 8th 1861 " with some interesting military content reading in part " …I have stayed to get my discharge so as to get in to the 9th Reg. but cannot make it out for they was afraid I would be a Captain or a lieutenant…there is going to be one of the greatest drills over to Washington to day ever known in America, both of which will be cavalry and Artillery… ", fresh and deeply colored, F.-V.F. and rare Magnus pair.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $500 - 750.

For the Union, Pennsylvania, multicolor Magnus patriotic green design showing Lady Liberty and State Seal vignettes, on cover bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by "Washington D.C., May 9, 1863" to Boston Mass.; vertical fold at left, reduced at right, 3¢ short perfs, light corner crease, Fine and attractive Magnus design.

Walcott No. 1643   ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  Estimate $300 - 400.

For the Union, Pennsylvania, multicolor Magnus two-panel patriotic design showing Female and State Seal on lettersheet datelined " Camp near Fort Lyon va., Jany 16th, 1861 " actually 1862, letter from soldier to friend including some military content " …we expect to have a battle very soon and it will be a hard fought one no doubt but I will participate in it when I will put a few of them out of the road…We are living near Alexandria and a fine little town it is but full of secesh…The Company is in Genl Hentezelmans division the camp is composed of 4 batteries and one squadron of cavalry all under command Capt. Thompson… " and signed William Wilson; vibrant coloring, some toning and file folds, F.-V.F.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $150 - 200.

For the Union, Vermont, multicolor Magnus two-panel patriotic design showing Seated Lady Liberty and State Seal on one-leaf lettersheet datelined " Lewinsville, Camp Griffiny, Nov 3 - 186 1" from soldier saying he is in good health, guard duty and wet weather, he asks " send me some postage stamps ", beautiful bold coloring, Very Fine.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $150 - 200.

For the Union, unused purple Magnus designs of East Tennessee, Oregon and West Virginia; first lightly toned, first two with ms. "88" and "89" at upper right, Fine trio.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $75 - 100.

State of Maine, Adjt General's Office, overall gray illustrated patriotic design showing Farmer and Soldier with Draped Flag and State Patriotic Shield on cover bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by grid, matching indistinct "Augusta Me. '64" cds to Wilton Me.; reduced at left, Very Fine to Extremely Fine and attractive.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $50 - 75.

The Loyal States, Union, Massachusetts, blue overall design with "Reagles & Co." flap imprint on cover endorsed "Soldier's Letter" entering mails with "Washington D.C. Sep 20, 1861" cds and "Due 3" circular rating handstamp to West Newbury Mass.; small edge flaws and wear, reduced slightly at right, F.-V.F.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $100 - 150.

The Loyal States, Massachusetts, blue overall patriotic design showing State Seal an Liberty with flag, Reagles & Co. imprint on backflap, on cover with "Poolesville, Md. Oct 1" cds with matching bold "Paid 3" rating handstamp to South Lancaster, Mass., Very Fine and attractive.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $100 - 150.

The Loyal States, Massachusetts, green overall Union illustrated patriotic with Reagles flap imprint on cover bearing 3¢ dull red (26) tied by "Newburgh N.Y. Jul 22" cds to Lynn Mass.; reduced slightly at right, Very Fine.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $200 - 300.

New York "Loyal to the Union", blue all-over shaded patriotic design showing Lady Liberty and N.Y. State Seal with Wells imprint on flap of cover bearing pen canceled 3¢ rose (65) , corner flaw, matching manuscript " Beach Ridge N.Y., Jan 29/63 " postmark to Niagara Falls N.Y.; reduced slightly at left and tone spot, F.-V.F.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $100 - 150.

The Loyal States, New Hampshire, slate blue overall Union illustrated patriotic design with Reagles flap imprint on cover endorsed "Solider's Letter" officers frank at upper right, blue " Due. 3 " circular rating handstamp to Hillsboro N.H.; light edge soiling, Very Fine.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $150 - 200.

"New Jersey Loyal to the Union", overall illustrated Liberty, Eagle, Flag and Shield patriotic design in gray on cover bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by circular grid, matching "Newark N.J. Dec 26, 1865" cds to Williamstown N.Y.; reduced slightly at left, F.-V.F. and scarce design.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $150 - 200.

The Loyal States, Union, Ohio, gray overall design with "Reagles & Co." flap imprint on 1864 cover 3¢ rose (65) tied by "Camp Nelson, Ky Nov 14 '64" cds to Newburgh Ind.; couple top edge tears and clipped corner, F.-V.F.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $75 - 100.

The Loyal States, Union, Ohio, blue overall design with "Reagles & Co." flap imprint on cover bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by bold "Washington D.C. May 23, 186" cds to Springfield, Ohio; small edge flaws and wear, reduced slightly at left, F.-V.F.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $150 - 200.

The Loyal States, Union, Ohio, red overall design with "Reagles & Co." flap imprint on cover with manuscript " Andrews O. Nov 6 " postmark and " P.O.B. free, John Cook, P.M. " free frank endorsement to Philadelphia Pa.; edge wear, Very Fine.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $150 - 200.

Union, Ohio, light blue overall illustrated patriotic design on cover bearing 3¢ rose (65) tied by "Cairo Ill. Sep 27, 1862" cds to Collinsville Ill.; reduced slightly at right, F.-V.F.

Estimate  ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦  $100 - 150.