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Lot 123



1774 (Oct. 17) New York N.Y. to Norwich Ct. via Norwich Local post, folded letter with partial dateline, bearing "NEW-YORK" straightline handstamp on reverse with partial Franklin mark, red manuscript "2 16" rating, Norwich manuscript "1/5" on flap, Very Fine, the 2 dwt 16gr rate for 100-200 miles, rated 1 shilling 5 pence in local currency that includes a 1 pence carrier delivery fee.
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500

 
Realized $1,350



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