1864-1866 "Eagles" Mexico District. 4r. Green (Fifth Period, 110-1866)

1864-1866 "Eagles" Mexico District. 4r. Green (Fifth Period, 110-1866), on a preprinted envelope from Mexico City to Genoa, Italy, dated 1866 (Jun. 29). Carried by the "Solent" to St. Thomas (via Havana and Puerto Rico), then by the "Seine" to Southampton (arriving July 29), entering the French mails on July 30th (1F 60c), and rated 20 décimes, with Genoa arrival postmarks in red. It paid 4r. for ¾ ounce for more than 16 leagues for the Mexican transit to the port. This is a rare destination. Scott 24. Ex Rosenthal (sold in 2008 for $1,700).

Estimate:$800

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