Sale 290


 
Lot 75



1766 (Feb. 24) Cadiz, Spain to Newport R.I. via Marblehead, datelined folded letter carried by private ship to Marblehead, entered the post with manuscript "MHd Sh" postmark and matching "2.16" rating to Newport; light overall staining, Fine, the single 2 dwt (6 pence) rate for 60-100 miles from Marblehead to Newport plus 16 grain ship fee.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000

AN EXCEEDINGLY RARE USAGE FROM SPAIN TO THE COLONIAL U.S.

The letter is complaining that too many shipments from America have "glutted the market" for wheat.


 
Realized $1,450



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