Worldwide Stamps and Covers Faroe Islands Skyds and Local Mail
Sale No: F594
Lot No:8258
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Cat No:1854
FAROE ISLANDS, 1854 VALUE LETTER THAT INCLUDED 722 RIGSDALER, well-preserved folded cover addressed to Factor J.D.. Nolsöe in Tveraa, in effect an insured letter at the time, endorsed "Hermed 722 Rigsdaler i en forseglet pose" (Herewith 722 Rigsdaler in a sealed bag), sources date the letter to July 27, 1854 from information in Rigsarkivet, wax wafer seal on back, excellent condition and very fine overall, rare, cat. DAKA DKK 8,000.00 ($1,300.00+/-) (Image)