Lot
963 
1846 (Feb. 4) Philadelphia Pa. to St. Croix, Danish West Indies, gray datelined folded letter addressed "Care of J.F. Peniston & Co., St. Thomas", carried by private ship, reverse with red "Forwarded by Whitmore & Co., St. Thomas" oval across flaps, endorsed received "Feb. 25th, -46" at bottom left; some edge toning and wear, Fine and scarce early United States inbound use from a new find. Estimate $300 - 400.