German Levant: 1874 (24 July). Cover to United States franked with 2g and 2 1.2g eagle with large shield stamps of Germany tied by Imperial German Post in Constantinople (Friedemann type VSt.5) datestamps alongside 11 August New York arrival cds. Torn at top, effects stamp but still scarce usage. Mi. V20, V21 – Sg. Z22, Z23
