Lot 81
1768 (c.) (Feb. 13) Portsmouth, N.H. to New Haven Ct., manuscript "P" postmark and matching "8 dwt" rating on folded cover endorsed "On His Majestys Service", via Boston with "13 FE" Bishop mark and matching bold strike of "BOSTON" handstamp, missent to New York due to incorrect address, forwarded to New Haven with "NEW / YORK" two-line handstamp and matching "25 FE", Very Fine, Official use not qualifying for free postage, sent at double the 4 dwt rate from Portsmouth to New York, not charged for redirection to New Haven.
Estimate 3,000 - 4,000
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| Realized $10,500 |
