Lot 1056
1784 (Aug. 10) Portsmouth, N.H. to Philadelphia, Pa., datelined folded letter bearing red "Portsmouth October 21" two-line postmark and manuscript "4.16" rating, Philadelphia "2/2" local currency rating, docketed received "Augt. 20"; even toning on bottom, Fine, the 4 dwt 16 gr rate, rated 2sh 2d in local currency (24d postage plus 2d carrier fee).
Estimate 400 - 500
|
| |
| Realized $450 |
