1859 (Aug. 8) Calcutta, India to New York, N.Y. via London, datelined folded letter with red "G.P.O., Ex, Calcutta, AO. 8, 1859" backstamp and matching "India / Paid" framed handstamp, bearing India ½a., 1a., 2a. and 8a. franking tied by "B/1" cancels, 8a. scissor trimmed and ½a. affected by file fold, endorsed "via Marseilles", red London Paid (9.14) transit cds with red manuscript "1/4" credit rating, "N. York Am. Pkt. '5' Sep 26" exchange debit cds, F.-V.F., a scarce prepaid use. Estimate  $300 - 400. $0 (Image)