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[Benjamin Franklin] Shipping Bill of Lading for Unknown Contents from London "by Benjn. Franklin . . . bound for B...
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[Benjamin Franklin] Shipping Bill of Lading for Unknown Contents from London "by Benjn. Franklin . . . bound for Boston in New England". One page, 9" x 5", Sept. 16, 1768, London, containing "Four Cases . . . The Contents Unknown". With smoothed folds and "IIII PENCE" embossed stamp. Very good.More Information:
Franklin lived, who lived in London from 1765 through 1775, sent these mysterious four cases aboard "the good Ship called the Thames".
Auction Info
2009 October Grand Format Historical Manuscripts Auction #6031 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
October, 2009
16th-17th
Friday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 14
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