1853 Jan 28, Letter from Francis Rotch to Arvine Wales

Letter with three cent stamp -- 3 cents in 1853 would be worth about $1.06 in 2021, so $0.52 stamps are a bargain!

The letter was sent to Arvine C. Wales in Massillon, Stark County, Ohio.

The was seal is still on the back of the letter. The letter was folded to form the envelope.

Unfolded exterior of letter.

South Down sheep

Click the link below to read the transcription of the letter.