Lot 5
1693 (Oct. 26) Boston Ms. to Rotterdam Netherlands, dateline on folded letter with earlier heading of Sep. 7, red crayon "XI", some soiling and stains, Fine.
Estimate 4,000 - 5,000
A RARE EARLY TRANSATLANTIC COVER WITH A RATE TO A NON-ENGLISH DESTINATION.
This letter was carried by the Ship Dolphine to London. The rate from London was 8 stuyvers plus an additional 3 stuyvers for internal delivery. The red crayon "XI" rating was applied by the Rotterdam postmaster for collection from the addressee.
Manuscript "squiggles" below address signify "In sight of God" for safe carriage.
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| Realized $9,000 |
