Sale 290


 
Lot 336



1799 (May 29) Washington D.C. to Newburyport Ms., datelined folded letter bearing boldly struck "Wash.City May 29" 26mm government furnished c.d.s., two tears, Fine, the 25 cent rate for over 500 miles.
Estimate 200 - 300

THE EARLIEST RECORDED HANDSTAMP FROM WASHINGTON D.C.

 
Realized $675



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