Lot 82
1768 (Apr. 22) Philadelphia Pa. to Providence R.I., datelined folded letter bearing red "PHILA / DELPHIA" two-line handstamp and matching circled "Post / Paid" handstamps, magenta "4" rate, Very Fine, the single 4 dwt (1 shilling) rate for 300-400 miles.
Estimate 5,000 - 7,500
A RARE DOMESTIC USE OF THE PHILADELPHIA POST PAID HANDSTAMP.
All but a few of the "post paid" in circle postmarks originated in England.
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