Bahamas 1940 cover from Inagua to NY, franked 2 1/2p, Scott 104

Item Specifics

Country

Bahamas

Catalog Number

104

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Cover (Postal History)

Stamp Format

Single

Item Description

Bahamas 1940 cover from Inagua to NY, franked 2 1/2p ultramarine George VI, Scott 104.

Matthew Town is the chief and only settlement on Great Inagua Island of the Bahamas. It is located on the southwest corner of the island. It was named after Bahamian Governor George Matthew (1844–1849) and first settled during his tenure in office. It has several buildings dating to the 19th century including the 1870 Great Inagua Lighthouse.

Almost the entire population of Inagua resides in Matthew Town (approx. 450 people).
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Seller Information

Seller

barbercurire (3076)

Registered Since

11/17/2018

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Store

Redding Stamps & Covers

Item Location

Connecticut, United States

Ships To

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Returns Accepted

Yes

Returns Policy

Returns accepted up to 30 days following date of sale. Buyer pays return postage.