cover -- 1848 (3 Nov.) envelope from Mauritius to France via England, the address panel rated in manuscript and showing red framed "COLONIES/& C. ART 13.", the reverse showing good to fine (slightly smudged) "NEW ROMNEY/INDIA LETTER" (In.3) in blue, just overstruck by red London transit d.s.; minor faults. Original contents (long pencil-written letter in French) included. Photo