Lot 679
[State] John Forsyth, Secretary of State 1834-41. Free frank "J Forsyth" as Sec. of State on folded letter datelined "The Hague, October the 25. 1835" sent to Washington D.C. via diplomatic pouch, entered mails with red "City of Washington Dec 30" cds and matching bold "Free" rating handstamp, addressed to Portland Me.; some edge wear, Very Fine, scarce diplomatic pouch mail, ex-Richard Graham Collection.Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $260