"Columbus, Jan 18", manuscript postmark with matching "20" cent rating on folded letter to Col. George Fisher at Houston Tex.; aging, Fine. Estimate  $200 - 300. This letter was mailed in the first month of Texas statehood, which became the 28th state on Dec. 28th 1845. Texas letter rates were still in effect, as this was sent at double the 10¢ rate for up to 100 miles for ½ oz. $0 (Image)