Canada. (H.M.S. Cordelia - Newfoundland). 1897. Envelope (H.M.S. Cordelia on backflap) addressed to England written 'From H. Shaw, H.M.S. "Cordelia", North America' bearing Great Britain SG 172, 1d lilac tied by Glasgow date stamp 'Oct 18 1897' , signed by the 'Commanding officer' with Burton-On-Trent arrival 'Oc 19' on reverse. Nice item from 'H.M.S. "Cordelia" at Newfoundland (1896/97) paying the 1d military concessionary rate.