Lot 72
1765 (Oct. 7) Norfolk Va. to Philadelphia Pa. via Hampton, folded letter with "Norfolk in virginia from on bord the Elizabeth" dateline, entered the post with manuscript "Hampton" postmark and red manuscript "8" (dwt) rating, Philadelphia manuscript "3/6"; soiling and some toning, Fine, undercharged double rate letter, should have been 2 times 5 dwt for a total of 10 dwt, rated 3 shillings 6 pence in local currency (40d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
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| Realized $2,700 |
