Mexico, 1868, 12c black on green + 25c blue on pink, Matamoros. Imperf, cons. 9-71, both ample to large margins, tied by negative seal handstamp (Schatzkes 735) on extra weight rated folded letter sheet to Durango, Very Fine. Scott No. 59+61  Estimate $75 - 100. $0 (Image)

Mexico, 1868, 12c black on green + 25c blue on pink, Tula. Imperf, cons 35-70, tied by large Jacala oval handstamp with manuscript date in center (Schatzkes 1702A - 150 points) on fresh 1872 folded letter six months after the official end of the 1868 issue, to Mexico City, Very Fine and choice, a scarce usage from the district of Tula and the small mining town of Jacala de Ledesma. Scott No. 59+61  Estimate $500 - 750. $0 (Image)