1861 (Jun. 14) New York N.Y. to Puebla, Mexico, folded cover bearing 10¢ green (35) tied by bold strike of NYFM circular grid in vivid red and matching partial "New York 'Paid' Jun 14" exchange cds, although endorsed "p. R.M. Steamer" at top, actually carried by direct American Packet, Very Fine. Estimate  $150 - 200. The British packet rate via Havana was 34¢, since this cover was only franked with 10¢ postage it was routed via the 10¢ American packet route. $0 (Image)