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Sale 320
U.S. and Worldwide Stamps and Postal History
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Lot 1 |
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1693 (Apr. 4) Boston, Mass. to Rotterdam, Holland, datelined folded transatlantic letter from John Borland who was merchant of the "Orangist trade network" with Holland, no postal markings; Very Fine and choice.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
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1782 (May 8) New York, N.Y. to Newcastle, England, datelined folded letter from Captain John Ritchie of convoy supply ship Providence to its owner, London "13/IV" Bishop mark and "2N" manuscript double transatlantic packet rating updated to "2N8" for 8 pence inland postage, Very Fine and rare.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
Letter reads in part, "I hear of no movements (of troops) but as the General arrived from England, it is expected every day".
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1782 (Dec. 10) Charleston, S.C. to Newcastle, England, datelined folded letter from Captain John Ritchie of convoy supply ship Providence to its owner, London "22/IA" Bishop mark and various manuscript ratings including "4" updated to "8", partial "Dartmouth" straightline on flap; some edgewear, still a Very Fine usage.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
A RARE USAGE FROM CHARLESTON DURING THE LAST WEEK OF OCCUPATION.
Siskin reported there were only three recorded usages from occupied Charleston during occupation. Long letter about ship repairs and problems getting supplies and provisions, "We sailed from Kingston, Jamaica arriving here on 1 Oct with much worm damage…Everything in this country is two prices (double). Going together to New York with Cap't Logan of the 'Kingston'…".
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