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Lot# 176 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 176 Mauritius

    1863/72: 1 d. brown used on Newspaper wrapper to Genova, Italy endorsed "Via Brindisi", tied by bold "B53" obliterator in black. Octagonal "Pos. An. V. Suez / P.F. Amb. Mars." struck in red (April 3) alongside and handstruck "17 cmi." due marking in black somewhat obscured by Italy 1870 Postage Due 2 c., 5 c. and 10 c. tied by Genova datestamp (April 5). Slight horizontal crease touches two of the Dues but a very rare and attractive franking.
    Starting bid : 500.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,000.00 CHF