Lot 50159 – France: 1856 – Montreal to Cognac via Cunard “Canada”

France: 1856 – Montreal to Cognac via Cunard “Canada”

Stampless entire letter from Montreal, 14 July 1856, struck with red MONTREAL PAID JY 14 1856 CANADA and oblique red PAID. Correctly rated 1s 4d sterling / 1s 8d Canadian currency. Carried by Cunard “Canada” from Boston 16 July, via Liverpool and London, arriving with red PAID 28 July and red French PD in circle to Cognac.

Note: The earlier Montreal red handstamp 8d Stg. PAID / 10d Cy., intended for Cunard letters to England, was crossed out, reflecting correct transatlantic rating to France.