1843 (Mar. 11) Philadelphia, Pa. to London, England, folded letter with blue "Philadelphia Pa. Mat 11" cds with matching "Paid" h.s. and "75" cent triple rating for 3x12½¢=37½¢ freight money fee for a sailing ship plus 3x12½¢=37½¢ inland postage to New York, carried by Black Ball Line Montezuma from New York Mar. 20 to Liverpool arriving Apr. 7, "AP 7 43/Liverpool/Ship" framed h.s. and London (4.8) cds on back, manuscript "8" pence rating for ship fee; light fold wear, F.-V.F. Estimate  $200 - 300. Although endorsed for the sailing ship Sheffield, that vessel was no longer on the route and letter had to await next sailing packet. $0 (Image)