1864 Civil War Cover Portland ME 3¢ Washington Scott 65 Target Cancel #1436

Original Civil War-era U.S. postal cover mailed from Portland, Maine, on February 27, 1864, and addressed to George Leach in Raymond, Maine. The envelope bears a 3¢ George Washington stamp from the 1861–66 issue, appearing to be Scott #65, tied by a bold concentric-ring/target-style cancellation. A clear PORTLAND, ME / FEB 27 / 64 circular date stamp is visible beside the stamp. A desirable piece of Maine postal history from the Civil War period, suitable for collectors of 19th-century U.S. covers, Civil War postal history, Maine history, or classic U.S. stamps. Details: * Date: February 27, 1864 * Origin: Portland, Maine * Destination: Raymond, Maine * Recipient: George Leach * Stamp: 3¢ George Washington, 1861 issue, likely Scott #65 * Cancellation: Concentric target/ring cancel * Period: American Civil War Condition: Genuine antique condition with age toning, staining, edge and corner wear, creases, small tears and other handling wear consistent with an approximately 160-year-old envelope. Stamp remains attached. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the condition description. An attractive 1864 Civil War-era Maine cover with original 3¢ Washington postage and target cancellation.