Lot 283
1790 (Sep. 12) Madeira Portugal to New York N.Y. via Annapolis, datelined folded letter with "Via Maryland" endorsement, bearing a very fine strike of "Annapolis, December 10." straightline postmark and manuscript "2-16" rating, additional "1/4" in hand of addressor, Very Fine, the 2 dwt 16 gr (8 pence) rate for 200-300 miles from Annapolis to New York.
Estimate 400 - 500
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| Realized $350 |
