France to New Orleans, May 1861. Folded letter from Paris to New Orleans, France 80c Napoleon tied by diamond of dots and "Paris 2e/16 Mai 61" double-circle datestamp, red "Boston Paid 15 Jun. 1" credit datestamp, red "PD" and "Br Service" framed handstamps, "due 10" straightline handstamp applied at New Orleans for Confederate postage, this letter to the western CSA crossed the lines just prior to the June 7 discontinuance order, extensive erosion from writing ink (some pieces are breaking loose - needs restoration) - otherwise Fine, extremely rare, Ex-Gunter. $1,600.