Lot
311 
(1807 Embargo Act) 1808 (Jan. 12) Amsterdam to New Orleans La. via London, datelined folded letter carried by private ship to England, docketed as handled by "p. Greffulhe Brothers, London 10 Mar 1808" on reverse, red "Paid Ship Letter, London, Mar 10 1808" crown cds and manuscript "1/" shilling rating, endorsed "p Carolina Ann, or first ship" at top, red "Baltimore Md. May 3" ds and matching "Ship" handstamp with manuscript "27" cent rating (25¢ inland plus 2¢ ship fee), docketed "Rec'd 29 May 1808" left, Very Fine and attractive, This letter was delayed due to the embargo order. Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $550