Below is an example of the first handstamp in use at Bridgwater, from 1706. The handstamp is known used in 1705-1706.
The letter was to London with a date inside of 8th May 1706 and a London bishop mark receiving mark dated 13th May. It was charged 3d which was the rate for over 80 miles from 1657 to 1711.
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