Lot 2724
Allan Line Steamship "Hibernian", Londonderry April 3rd - Portland April 18th 1863. Envelope posted at Rickmonsworth, Hertfordshire on April 1st 1863 and routed from London via Fishguard, Pembrokeshire to Waterford and north to Londonderry to be put onto the Hibernian at Londonderry. Addressed to North Chili and prepaid the 1 shilling rate using 1862, 1sh deep green. Portland exchange office "PORTLAND PAID ME AM PKT 24 / APR 18 / 1863" was struck. The 21 cents credit to America was struck at London with on reverse a London transit of April 2nd. Atlantic Transit 15 days; small cover tears and stamp with small corner defect, F.-V.F. SG No. 89.Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $250