Confederacy, Austin Tx Jun 15, cds and matching "Paid 5" rating handstamp (CSA type B but revalue unlisted) on cover uprated with manuscript "10" and "Pd 5c" to satisfy the 500 mile letter rate to Petersburgh Va., forwarded with hand illustrated 'pointing finger' and blue "Petersburgh Va. Jul 14" cds to Charlotte N.C.; receipt docketing "June 15/61", Very Fine. Estimate  $300 - 400. There was no extra charge of postage for the forwarded of first-class mail, when transmitted from the office of address to a different office. This 'forwarded' practice had its roots in the 1857 U.S. postal regulation and was continued by the CSA. $0 (Image)