(Ranches) Snellings Ranche, Cala., Dec 19, ca 1865 (Merced). Distinctive double oval (Williams MER-1480) of this town on large yellow cover franked with well centered 1861 3¢ rose strip of 3 (left stamp torn & others with minor perf flaws) with manuscript cancel to Stockton, Cal., slightly reduced at right, Very Fine and attractive. Estimate  $150 - 200. $0 (Image)