Lot 408
1849 (Jul. 23) Newport R.I. to Singapore, datelined folded letter to B. Newton on Ship Talbot in care of U.S. Consul, New York black "5" in circle debit rating handstamp, carried by Cunard Line Niagara from New York Jul. 25th to Liverpool arriving Aug. 6th, red London (8.7) arrival backstamp and manuscript "1/" shilling due rating for packet fee, flap with manuscript forwarders endorsement of Baring Bros. & Co., forwarded with red London Paid (8.18) cds and red manuscript "1/" shilling rating with original markings crossed out, Very Fine.Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $475