Lot 120
1774 (Apr. 29) Newburyport Ms. to Philadelphia Pa., datelined folded letter bearing manuscript "NP" postmark and matching "4.16" rating, Philadelphia red manuscript "2/2", docketed as received May 10, 1774, some soiling, Fine, the published 4 dwt 16 grains (1s 2d) rate from Newbury to Philadelphia, rated 2 shillings 2 pence in local currency (24d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
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| Realized $650 |
