Lot 156
1775 (Oct. 31) Newburyport Ms. to Philadelphia Pa., datelined folded letter bearing manuscript "NP" and reddish manuscript "9.8" rating, Philadelphia manuscript "4/1", soiling on file fold and couple spots, tiny tear at top, Fine, double the published 4 dwt 16 gr (14 pence) rate from Newbury to Philadelphia, rated 4 shillings 1 pence in local currency (47d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
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| Realized $1,450 |
