OR

OR is a small French postal marking meaning origine rurale. It was used by rural mail carriers on mail handed to them while on their route, c.1836 to 1912. These would be struck on or near the stamp(s) on a cover, and would be delivered en route if possible or carried to the post office upon the carrier's return and then also cancelled there.  ile:France OR 1859 cover.jpg|French 1859 cover with marking 