Lot 296
1792 (Aug. 16) New Bedford Ms. to Marblehead Ms., folded letter with "Collector's Office Port of New Bedford" dateline, bearing perfectly struck "NEW BEDFORD AUGUST," straightline postmark with manuscript day "20th" and "10" rating; lightly toned, Very Fine, the 10 cent rate for 60-100 miles. Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
Provenance: Jarrett
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Realized $3,500 |