(Telegraph) California State Telegraph, red illustrated design on orange buff cover to Auburn Cal., pencil "July 8th 1864" docketing, no postal markings, enclosure an original telegram tape message from New York, relating to purchase of ships; cover with small tear at top, Very Fine and scarce. Estimate  $300 - 400. $0 (Image)

(Telegraph) California State Telegraph, illustrated design on orange-buff cover to Diamond Springs Cal. bearing 3¢ rose (65), tied by bold cork cancel, matching "Sacramento Cal. Oct. 5, 1863" cds; slightly reduced at right, Very Fine. Estimate  $300 - 400. The California State Telegraph envelopes are very scarce sent through the mails. $0 (Image)