Lot
3016 
Mexico, 1809, Guadalajara (Guadalajara), red straight line handstamp on colonial folded letter to Veracruz, dated January 17, 1809, with red "VV.F.7.°" handstamp, Extremely Fine.Estimate $2,000 - 3,000.
The "VV.F.7.°" mark on this cover is probably unique (Viva Fernando VII). These postmarks appeared in Latin America when the King Fernando 7th was held hostage by Napoleon. Although these political markings are more common in other Latin American countries they are very scarce in Mexico. Probably because there was a strong anti-colonial sentiment and the war of Independence was being fought.
Realized: $2,000