Lot 91
1770 (Jun. 30) Port Gotell, North Africa to Marblehead, Ms., datelined folded letter carried by private ship to a port within 60 miles of Marblehead (probably Salem), manuscript "Sh 2 -" rating; stain, Fine, the 1 dwt 8 gr (4 pence) rate for under 60 miles to Marblehead plus 16 grain ship fee.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
THE ONLY REPORTED COVER FROM AFRICA DURING THE COLONIAL ERA.
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