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Offered is an original, authentic business letter dated October 27, 1838, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Sent by the firm "Stokes Hunn & Co." to Hugh Bellas, Esq. in Sunbury, PA, this correspondence provides a fascinating look into 19th-century credit and business dealings.
Key Details:
Date: October 27, 1838.
Content: The letter addresses the solvency of "Roush & Williams," with the senders noting they have "very little confidence" in the firm's disposition and ability to pay. It also references an inquiry regarding "Dr. Phillips' debt."
Condition: Authentic period document with original folds, clear handwriting, and the original red wax seal intact.
Significance: A wonderful example of early American commercial correspondence and regional business history.
Perfect for a collection of financial manuscripts or 1830s historical ephemera. Please review the photos for the best representation of its condition and ink detail.
