U.S., Scott #161 used on 1874 cover, sent from Syracuse, New York to Paris, France, Postal Markings: 10c Banknote stamp tied by cork and black "SYRACUSE, N.Y.,  DEC 5, 1 pm" handstamp, red transit "NEW YORK  PAID  DEC 8," red handstamp boxed "PD" (postage paid to destination), blue "ETATS-UNIS 2 CHERBOURG 2, 6E/20 DEC 74,"  and manuscript docketing "Rec'd Dec 23, 1874, Florence."  9c fully prepaid rate under second Franco-American Treaty.  This cover is 1c overpaid. Please see photos for postal markings, contents, and exact condition. Free 1st class shipping to any U.S. address.