1857 COURSED THROUGH
A FOREIGN FORWARDING AGENT

1857: MANILA to CADIZ

Philatelic period folded letter from Matia of Manila to their office in Cadiz.
Carried privately to Hong Kong where forwarded to another agent in Gibraltar
by Lyal Still & Co  showing (unusually) their numbered h/s at front.
"Paid at Hong Kong" Crown Circle in red on the side.

Endorsed "Via Suez" and rated 3/8d.

Cherrystone Auction. Realized $700.00