Lot 257
1787 (Apr. 28) Liverpool England to Philadelphia Pa., datelined folded letter endorsed "Packet / QDG" and bearing "LIVERPOOL" two-line handstamp and matching circled "POST / PAID" handstamp, red manuscript "3N" rating and "1 oz.", London "MA 2 87" backstamp, received in New York with manuscript "6" rating, Philadelphia "2/8", Fine, triple weight letter prepaying three-times the 1 shilling packet fee for transatlantic postage, rated three-times the 2 dwt rate for 60-100 miles from New York to Philadelphia, rated 2 shillings 8 pence in local currency (30d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
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| Realized $675 |
