U.S.A. (1861) Eagle* carrying banner of truth* over serpent* in tree*. U.S. Civil War Patriotic cover with bicolor illustration imprinted "Northern Shiver-lery!!!". Franked with 3 cent rose #65 tied with fancy diamond grid, circular date stamp Dec 30 1861 from Sturgis, Michigan. Walcott-958. (Used Civil War patriotic covers are considered to be historic documents and are usually accepted in international thematic exhibits). Rare!
AVAILABLE AT $250
U.S.A. (1861) Flags*. Eagle*. Serpent*. Patriotic cover with color illustration of eagle carrying American flag and holding a serpent in its beak. The serpent is spitting venom on the Confederate flag. Inscribed below "Irrepressible Conflict! (Used Civil War patriotic covers are considered to be historic documents and are usually accepted in international thematic exhibits). US Scott No 65 tied by illegible circular date cancel. Some minor soiling and rough edges, but nevertheless a compelling design!""
AVAILABLE AT $75