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Lot# 177 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 177 Mauritius

    1863/72: 2 d. bright blue (2) and 6 d. yellow-green (2) used on 1873 cover top Bordeaux tied by "B53" obliterators in black. Red unframed 'P.D.' below and Marseille entry marking (Dec 9) in red. Carried on the French steamer "Illussus" to Aden and thence on the "Pei-ho" to Marseille. Reverse with Mauritius despatch cds (Nov 14) and arrival (Dec 10). Imperfections but most attractive.
    Starting bid : 120.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 260.00 CHF