1858 (Jun. 5) San Francisco Cal. to Charleston S.C., forwarded to Mexico, buff cover bearing 10¢ green, type III (33), tied by "San Francisco Cal. Jun 5" cds for 10¢ rate to Charleston, then forwarded with 10¢ green, type III, tied by "Charleston S.C. Jul 30 1858" cds, endorsed "Via Mail Steamer Packet from New Orleans to Vera Cruz" at lower right, Vera Cruz "4" reales due rating handstamp; some perf flaws, and cover faults, Fine. Estimate  $1,000 - 1,500. AN UNUSUAL TRANSCONTINENTAL USAGE REDIRECTED TO MEXICO VIA U.S. PACKET FROM NEW ORLEANS TO VERA CRUZ. $0 (Image)