(Ranches) Moons Ranch, Cal, Jan 24, 1856 (Tehama). Manuscript postmark (Williams TEH-880) with "Paid 10" in manuscript on stampless repaired & rebacked cover front cover to Springfield, Illinois with interesting letter about farming/ranching life and risks of coming to California, Very Fine, very early cover from Moons Ranch as 3 months before the official opening, earliest cover by 4 years. Estimate  $150 - 200. $0 (Image)