Lot 5110

Soldier's Letter, Worcester, Mass, "U.S. SHIP 3 cts."

Name: Soldier's Letter, Worcester, Mass, "U.S. SHIP 3 cts."
Brand: Civil War Postal History - Union Civil War Mail River Gunboat and Costal Blockade Squadron
SKU: 5110
Price: 60.00 USD
Availability: SoldOut

4 Items

Mise à prix: $70

Estimation: $150 - $250

Sold For $60

"U.S. SHIP/3cts." in circle cancel on cover to Worcester, Mass with manuscript "Soldier Letter"

The marking "U.S. Ship 3 CTS" was applied to loose letters collected from soldiers and sailors on blockade duty and carried by a "Federal" ship to a post office for handling and distribution. This specific ship marking has been attributed to the New York Post Office although this attribution is not certain. Covers marked "Soldiers Letter". In both cases, 3¢ postage was due on delivery.

Catégorie: Civil War Postal History, Civil War Postal History > Union Civil War Mail River Gunboat and Costal Blockade Squadron

Symbols: C

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