Here are a few early marks from Crewkerne starting with a two-line "CREWK / HERNE" from 1789. Postage was dependant on the distance the letter was being sent, 2d for one post stage and 3d was the charge for two stages. A post stage was generally 15-20 miles.
The next two sheets show letters dated 1798, 1799 and 1801 with "CREWKHERNE" straight line handstamps. From 1797 the lower charges were based on miles rather than post stages, 3d for up to 15 miles and 4d for 15-30 miles.
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