cover 1753 (18 Dec.) entire letter used locally in London, the reverse showing a very fine strike of the London Penny Post "PENNY/POST/PAID" coded "W/TU" in centre and with manuscript receiver's endorsement "McLane" across the join; fine and rare being used two years earlier than recorded. Photo | Christie's

Lot 1312

1312

cover 1753 (18 Dec.) entire letter used locally in London, the reverse showing a very fine strike of the London Penny Post "PENNY/POST/PAID" coded "W/TU" in centre and with manuscript receiver's endorsement "McLane" across the join; fine and rare being used two years earlier than recorded. Photo

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cover 1753 (18 Dec.) entire letter used locally in London, the reverse showing a very fine strike of the London Penny Post "PENNY/POST/PAID" coded "W/TU" in centre and with manuscript receiver's endorsement "McLane" across the join; fine and rare being used two years earlier than recorded. Photo