Auction 333-341 Europe & Overseas Americas (North, Central & South America) - Day 1

1812 (Jan 16): Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon from Da Conde de Cavalleiros, Governor of Minas Gerais & Baia, struck with dried "CORo. DO R. DE JANRO." in black (P-RJ-33), the first marking of Rio de Janeiro and the latest recorded date of use, the entire rated "80" reis due to pay in red ink. Scarce and early entire.