Lot 1363
1851 (Aug. 18) North Danvers, Mass. to Florence, Italy, datelined folded letter with blue "North Danvers Ms. Aug 18" cds and matching "Paid" and "3" rating handstamps, carried by Cunard Line Europa from Boston Aug. 20th to Liverpool arriving Aug. 31st, bold strikes of "Corrispa. Esta. Genova" fleur-de-lis circular handstamp and "VIA DI/PT. BEAUVOISIN" two-line handstamp, reverse with Florence (9.8) arrival cds and Florence forwarders oval, red manuscript "17" due rating, Very Fine and attractive use, ex-"Patrick Henry".Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $230