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Lot 476, USA 1861 patriotic Civil War Cover Cairo Illinois to Lowell Massachusetts, sold for C$292

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Lot 476, USA 1861 patriotic Civil War Cover Cairo Illinois to Lowell Massachusetts, sold for C$292Lot 476 United States #65 cover #65 1861 (June 3), “The Union Forever” patriotic Civil War cover to Lowell, Massachusetts, franked with 3c rose Washington, tied by “CAIRO, ILLINOIS” (Alexander County) c.d.s., illustrated with an elaborate all-over red and blue design with Union soldiers, one holding the Constitution under the heading “SECURED” and a Zouave in full regalia under the heading “DEFENDED,” with the inscription “THE UNION FOREVER,” published by JAS. CATES, Cincinnati, slightly trimmed at right, a fine and visually striking Civil War patriotic cover. (Sc. #65). Sold for C$250.00 plus 17% buyer’s premium.