Lot 2277
Liberia 1840 (July 3) letter from Monrovia, datelined three page folded letter from Liberia to Poughkeepsie, N.Y. endorsed "Dr. Hale / Brig Napoleon", exceptional content regarding "the affairs of our African world" with a good description of preparations for a 4th of July celebration (band, parade, fireworks, etc.), red Baltimore c.d.s. and matching "Ship" handstamp with manuscript "20¾" rating, F-VF, interesting usage.
Estimate 200 - 300
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| Realized $240 |
