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Lot# 1587 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 1587 Bulgaria

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    1879 (July 29): Cover from Sofia to Prague, bearing first issue 1879 5 c. black & orange-yellow with 10 c. black & green (2), tied by Russian-type double circle datestamp "SOFIA / SREDETS" in black. Reverse with repeated strike of despatch datestamp as well as GIURGIU & BUCURESCI railway transit and PRAG arrival (July 14) cds's. Envelope slightly trimmed at left, but an early usage of the first issue going abroad, opinion Penev (2023).
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,500 CHF