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Lot# 3009 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 3009 France

    1806 (March 10): Entire letter written from Braunau, Austria unusually sent prepaid to an Artillery Officer in Mayence, France three months after the decisive Battle of Austerlitz (mentioned in the contents), struck with very fine 'No. 22 PORT PAYÉ / GRANDE ARMÉE' in red with further P.P.P.P. (Port Payé Par Paris) in red on front. A fine entire with interesting contents from am member of the 9th Regiment of Foot. Rare Reinhardt = 1'750 pts.rn 
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF