CSA 12, 10¢ blue (nice shade – 4 margins) tied beautifully struck BRISTOL V&T.R.R. railroad cancel on cover to Wm. Walker P.M. Valley Town, Cherokee County, North Carolina. Ex Ralph Swap. $900.

The Valley Town general store was located in Valley Town (Cherokee County) near present-day Andrews. It was in operation from approximately 1850 to 1871. Merchandise included cloth, animal skins, shoes, sewing essentials, hardware, furnishings, building materials, ammunition, and food staples. In addition to being a general store, the location served as a post office and wayside inn.