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Lot 145



1775 (Feb. 6) Georgetown Md. to Philadelphia Pa., datelined folded letter bearing partial strike of "George * Town * S" straightline postmark with separate date "Feb:7" handstamp on reverse, manuscript "2" rating, Philadelphia red manuscript "1/-", Very Fine, the 2 dwt (6 pence) rate for 60-100 miles, rated 1 shilling local currency (10d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 4,000 - 5,000

ONE OF TWO RECORDED EXAMPLES OF THIS GEORGETOWN POSTMARK.

The "George * Town * S" postmark has been attributed to South Carolina. However, based on the 2 dwt rate on this cover and the similar rates on the other two recorded covers- one of which is a manuscript cancel (see lot….), it must have been the Maryland Eastern Shore town that lies within 100 miles of Philadelphia.


 
Realized $3,250



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