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1829 (Oct. 13) Manila, Philippines to Boston Mass. via Salem, folded letter datelined "Manilla Oct 13. 1829", endorsed per "Mandarin" at bottom left, entered mails with Salem Ms., Mar" cds and matching "Ship" handstamp with manuscript "8" due rating for 6¢ inland postage plus 2¢ ship fee, Very Fine and rare. Estimate $750 - 1,000.
AN EXCEPTIONALLY EARLY INCOMING USE FROM THE PHILIPPINES TO THE UNITED STATES.