Lot
502 
Mexico, 1866, Eagle (5th Period), 4r green, Mexico, cons 64-1866, tied by "Mexico, Abr 1, 1866" cds on reverse of folded letter sheet to Veracruz, manuscript "Por Extraordinario" endorsement at upper left; some light aging, F.-V.F. Scott No. 24 Estimate $200 - 300.
Three cities, Mexico City, Puebla and Veracruz, had express services between them. Cost was double rate. Very few covers have survived, most with 4r rate.
Realized: $200