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3.1.8 Destination Specific Rate CNC 8: 2 Oct 1947 to 12 Oct 1947 (11 days).
Surface first 20g $1,100 (unchanged) Air per 5g to Europe $2,300 Air per 5g to North America $2,300
11 Oct 1947 ‑ Shanghai to Washington, USA. Large commercial envelope weighing 255‑260g originating from Taipei, Taiwan. Probably carried privately to Shanghai where it entered the postal system. No postal markings on the front (shown at 40%).
A remarkable franking at 52 x the single rate: $1,100 + 12 x $700 + 52 x $2,300 + $1,600 = $130,700. The postal clerk’s calculation is above the adhesives.
