Lot 117
1773 (Sep. 27) Leeds, England to Philadelphia Pa. via Boston, datelined folded letter carried by private ship to Boston, bearing well struck magenta "BOSTON" straightline and matching "13 / DE" Franklin mark on flap, manuscript "Sh 4.16" rating, red Philadelphia manuscript "2/2", slight overall toning, Very Fine, rated 4 dwt for overland postage from Boston to Philadelphia plus 16 grains ship fee, rated 2 shillings 2 pence in local currency (24d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
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| Realized $1,700 |
