1870 (Apr. 6) New Haven, N.Y. to Paris, France, cover bearing 15¢ brown & blue, type II tied by target cancels with matching "New Haven N.Y. Apr. 6" cds, large red "8" cent credit handstamp and matching "New York Paid All Br Transit Apr 9" backstamp, red London (4.19) transit with matching "PD" oval handstamp, Calais entry cds, docketed at left; some minor edgewear, Very Fine. Scott No. 119  Estimate $1,000 - 1,500. A CHOICE 1869 ISSUE USAGE AT THE 12¢ "PHANTOM RATE" OF 1870. This unannounced rate (sometimes referred to as a "phantom" rate) paid the letter to destination in France even though there was no treaty between the U.S. and France. $0 (Image)