cover 1796 (7 Dec.) E.L. to London, rated "1/-" (deleted) and "1/8", showing fine spaced "ST KITTS" h.s. (crossed by light filing creased) and, on reverse, arrival d.s. for 16 January 1797; the centre portion of the face panel discoloured. Rare. Ex Urwick. Photo
Details
cover 1796 (7 Dec.) E.L. to London, rated "1/-" (deleted) and "1/8", showing fine spaced "ST KITTS" h.s. (crossed by light filing creased) and, on reverse, arrival d.s. for 16 January 1797; the centre portion of the face panel discoloured. Rare. Ex Urwick. Photo
Lot Essay
Note: The contents of this letter are an expression of gratitude felt by the inhabitants to Admirals Christie and Harvey for their protection during recent troubles.