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Lot# 189 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 189 Mauritius

    "Split Rates" 1863/72: 4 d. rose and 6 d. dull violet used on 1866 cover to Sunbury, Middlesex endorsed "via Marseilles" tied by "B53" obliterators in black, paying the under ¼ ounce rate. Struck on despatch with "5½d." Accountancy marking in red for amount due to the UK. Carried by P&O "Norma" to Suez and the "Pera" from Alexandria to Marseille. Reverse with Mauritius despatch cds (April 7) and London arrival (May 5). Cover with closed tear away from adhesives but scarce.
    Starting bid : 100.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 280.00 CHF