
Lot
2007
Little Rock, 31 Oct, 1824, manuscript postmark with matching "Free, T.W. Newton, Postmaster" free frank on folded letter to Newport, R.I., letter written by postmaster and datelined "Genl. Land Agency, Little Rock A.T., 31st October 1824"; minor edge staining and small nick at top center, otherwise Very Fine.Estimate $250 - 350.
The Little Rock Post Office was established in May of 1820 with earliest cover reported on May 2, 1820. This is the first example to bear a Postmaster free frank from Little Rock.
Realized: $160