Americana Stamps

Lot #: 3023

Black New York City Clam Shell, Dot Variety, 1800 Folded Letter

Excellent Strike

Black New York City Clam Shell, Jun 40, Dot Variety, on folded letter datelined New York 30th June 1800 to Troy with manuscript "17"

Rated 17 cents for regular mail from New York to Troy for 150 - 300 miles.

Letter reads..."The schooner got in last eve'g and we shall get her discharged tomorrow...Shall come up with the schooner."

Letter pages are separated in half.

Opening: $180
Estimate: $300 - $400
Category: US Stampless, New York City Clamshell