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James Reed (Donner Party) Postal Cover

Currency:USD Category:Stamps / US Postal History Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:100.00 - 200.00 USD
James Reed (Donner Party) Postal Cover
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160.00USD+ (40.00) buyer's premium + applicable fees & taxes.
This item SOLD at 2018 Oct 22 @ 18:10UTC-7 : PDT/MST
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Postal cover sent to James Frazer Reed, the original Captain of the ill fated Donner Party. He settled in San Jose after leading several rescue parties in the Sierras from Fort Sutter. Stamp attached with wax, Scott #10. Reed was land owner in San Jose and had a successful political career including Chief of Police. (1849). Salvatore Falcone Collection. City: State: Date: HWAC# 78571