Lot 1589
1785 (Jan. 25) Dublin, Ireland to Albany N.Y., datelined folded letter with Dublin "JA/26" Bishop mark backstamp, magenta "Post Paid D" circular handstamp and manuscript "Pd 1/6" prepaid 1s6d rating, London "31/IA" Bishop mark backstamp and partial indistinct "Post Post" circular handstamp, manuscript "2.16" 2dwt 16gr inland postage rating, manuscript "1/4" 1s4d local currency rating, Very Fine, An early transatlantic cover.Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $220