Richard Drews 1861–68 United States postal history anchors Cherrystone sale

Cherrystone offered Richard Drews’ collection of United States 1861–68 postal history on 21 January. The specialised holding focused on Civil War-era and Reconstruction-period uses rather than loose stamps alone.

Covers from this period can document rates, routes, patriotic imagery, military handling, cancellations and unusual destinations. A named collection also gives researchers an opportunity to study how an experienced collector organised and interpreted related material.

Auction estimates are not final values. Researchers should preserve lot descriptions, images, certificates and realised prices together, while buyers must consider premiums, taxes, condition and provenance.