Americana Stamps

Lot #: 5129

Cover Written to the USS Arago

Two 3c rose singles, tied by large grid cancel and New York cds on cover to Hilton Head, SC. Manuscript "Recieved Hilton Head S.C. Sept 5 1864" and "Steamer Arago"

The Arago carried troops and supplies on a regular schedule between Beauford, SC and Hilton Head, SC.

Opening: $60
Estimate: $100 - $200
Category: Civil War Postal History, Union Civil War Mail River Gunboat and Costal Blockade Squadron
Catalogue: Scott 65