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Lot# 686 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 686 French Levant

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    French offices in Egypt 1874 (June 2): Cover from Alexandria to Marseille, endorsed "vapeur français", bearing Egypt 1872 Penasson 1 pi. rose red, tied by POSTE EGIZIANE 2 JUN 1874 ALESSANDRIA cds. A French Cérès definitive 80 c. rose was added to pay the journey to France, a fine and fresh example, tied by dotted '5080' Gros Chiffres numeral lozenge in black. "ALEXANDRIE 2 JUIN 74 EGYPTE" cds, framed PD and framed PAQUEBOTS DE LA MEDITERRANÉE, both in red alongside. Reverse with Marseille arrival cds (June 6). An interesting combination cover, French 80 centimes rate after July 1871.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF