Lot
80 
(Missouri) "Herculaneum, April 2nd", manuscript postmark and matching "10" rating on 1816 docketed folded cover to St. Louis; horizontal fold and light overall toning, a F.-V.F. restored rate use. Estimate $400 - 600.
A RARE RESTORED RATE USE FROM MISSOURI TERRITORY.
Effective March 31, 1816, the "War Rate" 50% surcharge in postal rates was repealed and the rates of 1799 and 1810 were restored. This cover was mailed just after the repeal and charge at the correct old rate of 10¢ for a distance of between 40 and 90 miles.
Realized: $1,150