Americana Stamps

Lot #: 3073

MAIL ROUTE marking, 1829 Folded Letter to Philadelphia

Established Postal Rate in Conjunction with Mail Route

Faint "MAIL ROUTE" handstamp with manuscript "10", "P[er] Brig Laydon Chevy" on folded letter datelined "Charleston" July 14th 1829 to Philadelphia.

This letter is rated 10 cents for 30-80 miles (from the Atlantic to Philadelphia), which follows the regular postal fees.

Opening: $120
Estimate: $200 - $400
Category: US Stampless, Mail Route Anomaly