Americana Stamps

Lot #: 3114

1843 Stampless, New York to London, per "Columbia"

“Columbia” Wreck Cover

1843 Columbia wreck cover addressed to London, bearing a red arrival datestamp of '24th July 1843,' which serves as the confirmation of its association with the Columbia wreck, as no salvage marks were applied. The "Columbia" wreck occurred on 2 July 1843. All 168 passengers and crew arrived safely on Seal Island.

Manuscript routing notation 'Pr Columbia via Boston' at lower left. A single-letter charge of 1 shilling was applied in New York.

Opening: $180
Category: US Stampless, Transatlantic