Lot
245 
1866, 15¢ black, strip of three and single, tied by NYFM circle of wedges cancels, red "New York 'Paid 24' Jan 14" credit exchange cds, on 1867 European-size envelope with printed "Dramatique Italienne" corner card to Paris, France, blue Calais (1.26) entry cds and red framed "PD" handstamp; small stamp and cover faults, reduced at top, F.-V.F. and scarce four-times the 15¢ direct mail treaty rate. Scott No. 77 Estimate $500 - 750.