1878 (Aug. 16) Paris, France to Cape May, N.J., cover prepaid for the 35 centime GPU rate bearing France 35c tied by "Paris, Rue Taitbout, 16 Aout 78" double circle date stamp, carried by French Line H Labrador from Havre Aug. 17 to New York arriving Aug. 27, Very Fine. Estimate  $100 - 150. From May 1, 1878 to February 16, 1879, the French rate to the United States under the GPU was 35 centimes. An adhesive was issued for this rate on June 1, 1878. Letters showing use of this adhesive for this short-lived rate are uncommon. $0 (Image)