Lot no. 8110

1864: Cover to Shanghai, endorsed 'By French Closed Mail' franked by single 1861 30 c. orange (Scott 71) tied by segmented cork cancel in black, with fine circular 'BOSTON AM. PKT. PAID' datestamp (Aug 12) in red and framed 'P.D.' in black. 'Et. Unis Serv. Am.' transit in black. Reverse with 'SHANG-HAI / BAU. FRANCAIS' arrival datestamp (Nov 1) in black. A fine and attractive cover. Cert. Holcombe (1988). The building of H.Fogg & Co. was located next to the early Shanghai Club, the most exclusive club in Shanghai (see photo – Building of H.Fogg & Co. on the left, Shanghai Club on the centre-right).