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Vera Cruz 4 r. pale carmine, diagonally bisected on small piece, tied by full strike of framed 'Chacatianguis' handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1775) in red, with manuscript date below 'Julio 17, 1859'. Scarce piece with a very rare cancellation. Cert. ACM (1970).1 / 1Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4102 Mexiko
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Vera Cruz 4 r. carmine, two fine examples with large margins all round, used with fine single 2 r. green on 1857 cover to Jalapa at rare 10 reales rate, all tied by oval dated VERA CRUZ datestamps (Schatzkes fig. 1744) in black (January 4). One 4 r. crossed by vertical file fold, but of stunning visual appearance and an exceptional cover.Ausruf : 1.200 CHFZuschlag : 1.200 CHFLosnr. : 4103 Mexiko
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Zacatecas 4 r. carmine, a huge margined horizontal pair, slight vertical scissor cut at top outside the design, with the right hand stamp showing signs of re-entry in the 'Correos Mejico' ribbon, neatly tied to piece by boxed & dated ZACATECAS handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1851) in black. A fresh and fine multiple. Signed Peritajes.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : 220 CHFLosnr. : 4104 Mexiko
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8 reales red-lilac, without District overprint, the magnificent mint block of 18 stamps (6 x3), with part of the vertical marginal guideline at right. Minor central bend vertically between the stamps and small age stain at right in margin, but of excellent fresh colour and with large part or unmounted original gum. Extremely rare in such a large multiple - only one other larger block (of 30) is recorded. A splendid and rare block for the connoisseur.
Provenance: Bill Shelton (1986).Ausruf : 2.500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4105 Mexiko
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8 reales red-lilac, without District overprint, a fine used block of four with large margins on three sides and just shaved at top, minute scissor cut in between top pair in margin only and vertical crease between stamps, all cancelled by FRANCO / GUADALAJARA datestamps (Schatzkes fig. 297) in black (29 September 1857). A rare and charming multiple.Ausruf : 600 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4106 Mexiko
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8 reales red-lilac, 'Saltillo' District overprint, the superb mint block of six, with ample to large margins all round and of rich colour, second stamp with interesting loss of colour in the 'Mejico' section of the 'Correos Mejico' ribbon at top, light horizontal bend between the stamps, fresh and very fine, large part or unmounted og. An extremely rare multiple from this District - only 420 stamps were sent on Invoice 31 on August 30, 1856 and this is the largest multiple recorded from Saltillo. Cert. Jaretzky (1985).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Dr. Boris L. Rubio (Jan 1978) lot 2161.Ausruf : 2.500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4107 Mexiko
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8 reales red-lilac, 'Victoria' District overprint, the superb mint block of four, with large to huge margins all round and in a vibrant shade, light horizontal bend between the stamps, fresh and very fine, large part or unmounted og. A rare multiple from this District - only 780 stamps were sent on Invoice 17 on August 30, 1856. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1Ausruf : 1.000 CHFZuschlag : 1.000 CHFLosnr. : 4108 Mexiko
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8 reales red-lilac, 'Zacatecas' District overprint, the superb mint block of four (two rejoined vertical pairs), with ample to large margins all round and of good colour, showing two 'Zacatecas' District overprints on each stamp presumably to facilitate bisection as Zacatecas used more 'Splits' than any other District. Of fine fresh colour and appearance, a remarkable and scarce multiple with large part og.
Provenance: Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3216.
Bill Shelton (Feb 1985) lot 1927.
Note: A very similar block, presumably from the same sheet was in the John M. Taylor collection (March 1960) lot 235.Ausruf : 750 CHFZuschlag : 800 CHFLosnr. : 4109 Mexiko
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Campeche 8 r. red-lilac, four fine overlapping examples, three showing a double District overprint, one struck in red and the other in black, the first 8 r. with just a black District overprint, used on small piece in combination with fine 2 r. yellow green without District overprint. The adhesives all cancelled by oval '0' handstamps in black (Schatzkes unrecorded) and somewhat obscuring the overprints, perhaps deliberately, but leaving the Hidalgo vignette clear on each stamp. Campeche received just 720 of the 8 r., of which 192 were returned unsold. An unusual and rare piece, the sole recorded example of the 8 reales adhesive with a double overprint in two colours. Cert. Jaretzky (1983).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Albert Quast (May 1960) lot 93.Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : 1.500 CHFLosnr. : 4110 Mexiko
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Campeche 8 r. red-lilac, five single examples, all cut close, used in conjunction with 2 r. yellow green on cover and large part back to Carmen, two of the 8 r. adhesives have the 'Campeche' District overprint in black, three of the 8 r. show the District name in red as does the 2 r. yellow green; the overprints being applied presumably after the stamps were placed on the cover, the adhesives all individually cancelled with the rare 'Clef' handstamp in red (Schatkes fig. 56). One or two minor faults but a remarkable 42 reales franking, only 720 of the 8 reales were invoiced to Campeche of which 192 were returned. A magnificent and unique cover. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection 'Roger Leret', Harmers, London (Nov 1955).
Collection P. Wise.
Siegel Auction (March 1987) lot 1398.Ausruf : 3.500 CHFZuschlag : 3.500 CHFLosnr. : 4111 Mexiko
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Campeche 8 r. red-lilac, a fine horizontal pair, single 2 r. in close to the emerald shade and 1 r. yellow affected by file fold, all with District name overprints in red applied once the adhesives were on the cover, cancelled on attractive cover front to Merida by 'Clef' handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 58) in red. A rare 19 reales franking with the corresponding '19.' handstamp in red on flap folded over for better Exhibit display. Just 720 of the 8 reales were invoiced to Campeche of which 192 were returned. A wonderful and unique cover. Cert. Jaretzky (1986).1 / 1Ausruf : 2.500 CHFZuschlag : 3.000 CHFLosnr. : 4112 Mexiko
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Chihuahua 8 r. red-lilac in a fine horizontal pair used with 4 r. carmine and 1 r. yellow on large piece addressed to Mexico City, the adhesives tied by two complete strikes of framed PARRAL handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 160) struck in blue-black ink. Some minor imperfections but high value usages from Sub-Offices are very rare and this 21 reales franking is in all probability unique. Signed Liera. Cert. Jaretzky (1985).1 / 1Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : 1.500 CHFLosnr. : 4113 Mexiko
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Durango 8 r. red-lilac, quatered quadrisect used as 2 r. tied to small piece by near complete italic 'Guichápa' handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 259) in black.Ausruf : 120 CHFZuschlag : 120 CHFLosnr. : 4114 Mexiko
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Durango 8 r. red-lilac, superb example with vertical guideline at left, used with 1 r. yellow and 2 r. yellow green on cover front to Mexico City cancelled by bold strike of boxed & dated DURANGO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 234) in black (Oct 30). Oval Eagle cachet of Durango at left, a fresh and fine 11 reales franking of great visual appeal.Ausruf : 1.000 CHFZuschlag : 1.600 CHFLosnr. : 4115 Mexiko
1 / 2Guadalajara 8 r. red-lilac, a fine used example with huge margins all round, cancelled by large part 'Franqueado / en Tepic' handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 409) in red. A lovely example of this scarce stamp.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 280 CHFLosnr. : 4116 Mexiko
1 / 2Guadalajara 8 r. red-lilac, a fine used horizontal pair of excellent appearance and in a rich shade with close to huge margins all round, central vertical crease away from the design, cancelled by large part 'Franqueado / en Tepic' handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 409) in red.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : 220 CHFLosnr. : 4117 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 8 r. red-lilac, vertically cut quadrisect used on small piece for 2 reales, District name intact, tied by undated oval TAMAZULA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 455) in black. One of the rarest cancellations on the first Hidalgo issue and a famous piece. Cert. Mepsi (1972).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Samuel Chapman (Oct 27-29, 1930) lot 133.Ausruf : 350 CHFZuschlag : 380 CHFLosnr. : 4118 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 8 r. red-lilac, two single examples with exceptional margins, used on small piece with 1 r. yellow and 2 r. yellow green, tied by two strikes of framed 'Franqueado / en Tepic' handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 409) struck in red. A fine and most delightful high three colour franking piece of superb quality and great beauty. Signed Fulpius and Saatchi. Cert. PF (1974).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection King Farouk, Corinphila sale 42 (Jan 1955) lot 4636.
Collection Maurice Burrus (April 1964) lot 24.
Collection Albert Quast (Dec 1968) lot 368.Ausruf : 750 CHFZuschlag : 1.100 CHFLosnr. : 4119 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 8 r. red-lilac with large margins in a rich shade, fine 4 r. carmine, 2 r. yellow green and 1 r. yellow, all used on large part of registered front containing 'Billetes', all cancelled by circular FRANCO / GUADALAJARA datestamps (Schatzkes fig. 297) with two 'mute whirl' handstamps at left (Schatzkes fig. 300) and framed CERTIFICADO EN GUADALAJARA boxed cachet dated in manuscript '23 Junio 1858' (Schatzkes fig 296A). A magnificent large piece with a four colour franking of which few are recorded and extremely rare thus. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : 1.250 CHFLosnr. : 4120 Mexiko
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Mexico City 8 r. red-lilac, single example and rare horizontal strip of three in a rich shade, all used on registered front of cover to Puebla tied by FRANCO / MEXICO datestamps in black with framed 'CERTIFICACION A MEXICO / Sale en 9 de Dbre. de 1856' manuscript filled handstamp above (Schatzkes fig. 837) in black. Couple of ironed, and insignificant, creases but an attractive registered cover front at a the high rate of 32 reales. Extremely rare.
Note: It should be pointed out that registered items had to be signed for and the reverse of the cover was the receipt, thus all registered items of Mexico, in common with other Central and South American countries, are fronts.Ausruf : 3.000 CHFZuschlag : 2.400 CHFLosnr. : 4121 Mexiko
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Mexico City 8 r. red-lilac, 4 r. carmine and 2 r. yellow-green all with narrow margins and used on registered front of cover to Atlixco tied by FRANCO / MEXICO datestamps in black with framed 'CERTIFICACION A MEXICO / Sale en 4 de Febrero. de 1857' manuscript filled handstamp alongside (Schatzkes fig. 837) in black. Couple of ironed creases but an attractive registered cover front at the high rate of 14 reales. Reverse with docketing of receipt (Feb 10, 1857). A scarce three colour usage.Ausruf : 1.000 CHFZuschlag : 1.300 CHFLosnr. : 4122 Mexiko
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Mexico City 8 r. red-lilac, two slightly overlapping examples used in combination with 2 r. green and 1 r. yellow on cover front to Vera Cruz endorsed at top 'Con cartas para ultramar' (with letters for overseas) and 'per extraordinario' (Express), all tied by Mexico City lozenge of dots handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 826) in black. Minor imperfections of no significance, a magnificent and famous piece. Cert. Mepsi (1991).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Roberto Garcia Larranaga (Nov 1957) lot 223.
Collection Isaac Backal (Nov 1990) lot 5015.Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : 1.600 CHFLosnr. : 4123 Mexiko
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Oaxaca 8 r. red-lilac, two very fine examples used with 2 r. emerald green and 1 r. yellow together with handstamp '½' (in lieu of a ½ real adhesive) used to pay 19½ reales rate from the Juzgado de Primera Instancia of Tlaxiaco to Oaxaca. The adhesives all cancelled by manuscript pen strokes and by framed TLAXIACO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1079) below. Juzgado de Primera Instancia handstamp at left and two further strikes on reverse. Cover with a few imperfections incl. tape stain at upper right and file folds to enable Exhibit display but a remarkable part adhesive, part handstamped franking of great rarity (especially so from a Sub-Office) and visual appeal, in all probability unique. Cert. Jartezky (1987).1 / 1Ausruf : 2.500 CHFZuschlag : 2.600 CHFLosnr. : 4124 Mexiko
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Orizava 8 r. red-lilac, the stupendous piece with seven superb examples, each witth enormous margins all round, forming a 56 reales franking, cancelled by two complete strikes of the boxed & dated ORIZAVA datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 1090) in black (Oct 5). Just 976 of the 8 reales were invoiced to Orizava and this is the largest multiple franking recorded from this District. Some minor bends to the piece of absolutely no importance and not affecting the spectacular appearance of an outstanding and rare piece for the philatelic connoisseur. One of the gems of Mexican classic philately. Cert. Jaretzky (1988).1 / 1Ausruf : 5.000 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4125 Mexiko
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San Luis Potosi 8 r. red lilac, a quadrisected example used as a 2 reales on June 1, 1858 cover to Mexico City neatly tied by circular FRANCO / SAN LUIS POTOSI datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 1443) in black. A fresh and fine cover.1 / 1Ausruf : 180 CHFZuschlag : 260 CHFLosnr. : 4126 Mexiko
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Vera Cruz 8 r. red-lilac, the exceptional horizontal strip of five, with just touched to enormous margins all round in a lovely shade, used on April 3, 1859 cover front to Vera Cruz, slight closed tear in cover only, the strip cancelled by two complete strikes of the framed COSAMALOAPAM handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1779) in black. A remarkable 40 reales high franking of great scarcity. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection P. Wise (March 1955).
Siegel Auction (March 1987) lot 1416.Ausruf : 3.500 CHFZuschlag : 3.500 CHFLosnr. : 4127 Mexiko
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Vera Cruz 8 r. violet, two fine single examples of rich colour, overlapped by 4 r. carmine, overlapping 2 r. emerald and ½ r. blue, all used on delightful piece, tied by two complete strikes of oval VERA CURZ datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 1744) in black dated 31. OCTBRE 1856. A wonderful and staggeringly pretty piece showing a four colour franking and without doubt one of the finest and most attractive items in Mexican classic, or indeed all, philately. Cert. Mepsi (1978).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Maurice Burrus (April 1864) lot 32.
Collection Albert Quast (Dec 1968) lot 368.
Collection Franz-Josef Strieker (Oct 1982) lot 1763.Ausruf : 3.000 CHFZuschlag : 3.400 CHFLosnr. : 4128 Mexiko
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Zacatecas 8 r. red-lilac, two 'quadrisects' used on small piece to make 4 reales, sharing boxed & dated ZACATECAS datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 1851) in black. Unusual and very scarce usage. Cert. Jaretzky (1986).1 / 1Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4129 Mexiko
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Zacatecas 8 r. red-lilac, a fine quadrisected example used to pay the 2 reales rate, tied to 1858 cover to Fresnillo by boxed & dated AGUASCALIENTES datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 11A) in black (Sept 3). A fresh and fine cover. Cert. PF (1974).1 / 1Ausruf : 250 CHFZuschlag : 260 CHFLosnr. : 4130 Mexiko
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Zacatecas 8 r. red-lilac, a fine quadrisected example (with small part of previous cancellation showing) used to pay the 2 reales rate on September 21, 1858 cover from Aguascalientes to Guadalajara and tied by manuscript pen cross to specifically obscure the previous part of a black cancellation. An exceptional 'Split' and 'Postal Fraud' cover.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4131 Mexiko
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½ real black on buff paper, 'Queretaro' District overprint in black reading up at right, a magnificent complete sheet of 60 subjects (6 x 10), with complete sheet margins all round, a few horizontal creases and one central vertical crease, otherwise in splendid condition for such a large multiple with excellent colour and full original gum. Three complete sheets are recorded (one in the collection of Rolf-Dieter Jaretzky, the other being sold in the James Mazepa collection in December 2000, all from the same original find, also overprinted Queretaro District). A dramatic and extremely rare sheet.Ausruf : 7.500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4132 Mexiko
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Chiapas ½ r. black on buff, without District name overprint, a superb used horizontal strip of three with large margins all round and sheet marginal at left, used on small piece tied by C. DE SN. CRISTOBAL circular handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 113) struck in blue. A scarce and most attractive usage. Signed Jaretzky.
Provenance: Collection Roberto Garcia Larranaga (Feb 1958) lot 396.
Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3256.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : 220 CHFLosnr. : 4133 Mexiko
1 / 2Guadalajara (Zapotlan) ½ r. black on buff, with District name overprint, a superb used pair, marginal from right of sheet, cancelled by large part FRANCO EN C. GUZMAN ornamental handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 340) in black. Fine and most attractive pair.Ausruf : 100 CHFZuschlag : 100 CHFLosnr. : 4134 Mexiko
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Guanajuato ½ r. black on buff, horizontal pair with large margins on three sides, minutely grazed at top, neatly tied to cover to Guanajuato by oval LEON DE LOS ALDAMAS handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 500) in black (Nov 26). A charming cover.
Provenance: Köhler sale 225 (Oct 1978) lot 5604.Ausruf : 180 CHFZuschlag : 180 CHFLosnr. : 4135 Mexiko
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Guanajuato ½ r. black on brown, a superb horizontal pair used on May 7, 1861 entire letter to Guanajuato cancelled by complete framed FRANCO EN / YRAPUATO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 496) in black. Fresh and fine, a charming entire.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 160 CHFLosnr. : 4136 Mexiko
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Guanajuato ½ r. black on buff, horizontal pair and block of four used on cover to Guanajuato all tied by '0' handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 481B), the pair additionally just tied by oval LEON DE LOS ALDAMAS handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 500) in black (Feb 20). A remarkable 3 reales franking and a most attractive cover.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : 550 CHFLosnr. : 4137 Mexiko
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Jalapa ½ r. black on buff, a fine used horizontal strip of four on small piece, large margins all round and cancelled by manuscript pen strokes. A scarce and attractive multiple.
Provenance: Collection Dr. Boris L. Rubio (Jan 1978) lot 2300.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 180 CHFLosnr. : 4138 Mexiko
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Maravatio ½ r. black on buff, a wonderful horizontal pair used on cover from Figueroa to Morelia, tied by oval framed ADMINISTRACION DE CORREOS / DE FIGUEROA Eagle handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 723) in black. Rare and splendid cover.
Provenance: Bill Shelton (Feb 1985) lot 1978.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : 500 CHFLosnr. : 4139 Mexiko
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Monterrey ½ r. black on buff, block of four with large margins all round, creased by file fold at top, used on September 25, 1861 cover to Monclova, Saltillo tied by boxed & dated MONTERREY datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 860) in black, with Official Eagle cachet at left in black. Despite the small faults a scarce multiple.
Provenance: Bill Shelton (June 1976) lot 1447.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : 340 CHFLosnr. : 4140 Mexiko
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Pachuca ½ r. black on buff, a fine single example used on 1862 cover from Mineral Del Monte to Mexico City, manuscript dated at top 'Abril 12', the adhesive tied by fine strike of two line FRANCO / MIN. DEL MONTE handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1132) in red. Reverse with oval Mexico arrival datestamp (April 14) in black. The ½ real rate applied to printed circulars and this cover has been sealed prior to posting, thus it has to be assumed that in spite of the insufficient postage the cover was indeed mailed and accepted. Single frankings of the 1861 ½ real are rarities. Cert. Jaretzky (1985).1 / 1Ausruf : 1.200 CHFZuschlag : 1.200 CHFLosnr. : 4141 Mexiko
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Puebla ½ r. black on buff, a superb horizontal pair used on 1862 cover to Puebla, cancelled by complete strike of oval framed TECAMA / CHALCO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1228) in black with date 'Julio 29' in manuscript below. A charming and scarce cover.
Provenance: W. Bartels (March 1931).
Köhler sale 251 (June 1986) lot 4916.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : 340 CHFLosnr. : 4142 Mexiko
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Puebla ½ r. black on buff, single folded over top of cover and a horizontal strip of three with large margins all round and slight contemporary surface bends, used on April 30, 1864 cover to Puebla, the adhesives cancelled by framed TEPEXI DE / LA SEDA oval handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 1240) with framed FRANCA / TEPEXI DE / LA SEDA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1241) below confirming pre-payment. A fine and scarce cover with both of these scarce markings. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: South Eastern, sale 18 (Nov 1980) lot 167.Ausruf : 400 CHFZuschlag : 400 CHFLosnr. : 4143 Mexiko
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Queretaro ½ r. black on buff, a fine used horizontal pair on 1863 cover from Salamanca to Celaya cancelled by oval framed FRANCA EN / SALAMANCA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1327) in black. File folds well away from adhesives, and fine strike of Diligencias oval handstamp DILIGS. GENERALES / ADMON DE SALAMANCA Eagle cachet in black at left.
Provenance: Köhler sale 226 (Feb 1979) lot 6666.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : 750 CHFLosnr. : 4144 Mexiko
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San Luis Potosi ½ r. black on buff, a superb horizontal strip of four with diagonal District name overprint, used on January 22, 1863 entire letter to Hacienda del Carro, all tied by three strikes of SLP monogram handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1454) with FRANCO / SAN LUIS POTOSI datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 1443) alongside, both in black. A fine and scarce entire. Signed Calves.
Provenance: Corinphila sale 80 (March 1990) lot 5880.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4145 Mexiko
1 / 2Tabasco ½ r. black on buff, a magnificent used example cancelled by large part strike of oval framed ADMON. DE CORREOS / DE CARDENAS handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1561BA) in black. Fine and extremely rare - unrecorded by Schatzkes / Schimmer on this issue.
Provenance: Collection Dr. Boris L. Rubio (Jan 1978) lot 2352.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4146 Mexiko
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1 real black on green without District overprint, mint block of sixteen from Plate IV (the sole plate used for the 1 real), marginal from left of sheet with two vertical guidelines, two slight horizontal creases and diagonal crease at lower left not affecting the frontal appearance, fresh and extremely fine, with large part to unmounted original gum.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : 300 CHFLosnr. : 4147 Mexiko
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1 real black on green without District overprint, mint block of eighteen from Plate IV (the sole plate used for the 1 real), marginal from top right corner of the sheet of 200, with horizontal guideline at top and the right vertical row showing some of the design missing but still showing the vertical guideline, two slight vertical creases and minor diagonal corner bend not affecting the frontal appearance, fresh and extremely fine, with large part to unmounted original gum.Ausruf : 350 CHFZuschlag : 400 CHFLosnr. : 4148 Mexiko
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1 real black on green, 'Campeche' District overprint, a superb horizontal block of 16 stamps with overprint in black, touched to large margins all round, the eighth stamp with tiny part of upper right corner missing and fourteenth stamp with small closed tear at base. The block with usual small creasing but of excellent fresh colour and somewhat dried patchy original gum. Despite the small imperfections a splendid and very rare multiple, especially so from this District which received just 8'530 of this most utilised value, with just 32 stamps returned. Rare.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4149 Mexiko
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1 real black on green, 'Morelia' District overprint, the marvellous mint block of twelve from the upper left corner of the sheet, showing the marginal Plate Cracks on positions 1 and 41 and thus from Plate IV. Some minor creasing as usual not greatly affecting the fine appearance, large margins all round and in an excellent state of preservation (showing portions of adjoining stamps at base) with rich colour and large part to unmounted original gum. A delightful and fine multiple. Signed Jaretzky.
Provenance: Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3258.Ausruf : 750 CHFZuschlag : 750 CHFLosnr. : 4150 Mexiko
1 / 11 r. black on green, a used example without District name, showing variety: 'Impression of 2 reales printed on reverse' inverted. A fine example of a very scarce and much under-catalogued stamp Scott = $ 450.
Provenance: Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3341.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4151 Mexiko
1 / 11 r. black on green, 'Puebla' District overprint, a used example with error 'Impression of the 2 reales' printed on reverse in black, fine lightly used example of this rare stamp, a much under-catalogued variety Scott = $ 450.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : 200 CHFLosnr. : 4152 Mexiko
1 / 11 r. black on green, 'Tampico' District overprint, a fine used example with variety 'Printed on Both Sides' with reverse print inverted, cancelled on front by Santa Anna de Tamaulipas datestamp in black. Superb and extremely scarce, this variety is only recorded used from the Tampico District. Rare and very fine.
Provenance: Corinphila sale 60 (April 1978) lot 5848.Ausruf : 300 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4153 Mexiko
1 / 21861: Error of Colour - 1 real black on pink, printed in the colour of the 2 real, a fine used example with 'Jalapa' District overprint, cancelled by large part boxed & dated JALAPA datestamp in black. Good even margins all round, in exceptional condition for this major rarity of Mexican classic philately. Cert. Mepsi (1982) Scott = $ 9'000 (without District name).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Franz-Josef Strieker (Oct 1982).Ausruf : 7.500 CHFZuschlag : 7.500 CHFLosnr. : 4154 Mexiko
1 / 2Aguascalientes 1 r. black on green, District overprint 'Aguascaltes.', a fine used pair cancelled by '0' mute handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 12) in black. Scarce: the abbreviated District name was only applied to the 400 stamps in the last shipment (prior to the Eagle issue) of February 13, 1864.Ausruf : 100 CHFZuschlag : 100 CHFLosnr. : 4155 Mexiko
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Guanajuato 1 r. black on green, a fine example used on small piece cancelled by complete strike of framed FRANCA / EN / PIEDRA GORDA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 512) in black, with 'Julio 9, 1862' manuscript date below.Ausruf : 75 CHFZuschlag : 110 CHFLosnr. : 4156 Mexiko
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Guanajuato 1 r. black on green, large 'Guanajuato' overprint, fine example used on April 2, 1864 entire letter from Irapuato to Guanajuato, tied by bold strike of circular CORREOS / YRAPUATO negative handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 497) in black. Cancellation un-recorded by Schatzkes / Schimmer on this issue, the large Guanajuato overprint only being used on the 1861 Hidalgo's during April and May 1864. A fine and rare entire. Signed Jaretzky.Ausruf : 250 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4157 Mexiko
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Jalapa 1 r. black on green, a fine example in an extraordinary 'blue' shade used on cover to Jalapa tied by framed PEROTE handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 630) with 'Junio 22' date in manuscript below. A strange and interesting stamp on an attractive cover. Signed Jaretzky.
Provenance: Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3259.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : 200 CHFLosnr. : 4158 Mexiko
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Maravatio 1 r. black on green, a magnificent used example from the upper right hand corner of the sheet, with full margins and showing horizontal and vertical guidelines, just touched at base, tied to large piece addressed to Morelia by two strikes of FRANCO EN FIGUEROA handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 724) in black. A wonderfuly attractive stamp.
Provenance: Filatelia Universal, Mexico City (Jan 1973) lot 187.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 220 CHFLosnr. : 4159 Mexiko
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Mexico City 1 r. black on green, two single examples with District overprint, pasted over two un-overprinted examples (lifted for checking and hinged back into place), and then cancelled by FRANCO / MEXICO datestamps and mailed to Puebla. A fascinating cover - presumably an alert Postal Clerk noticed the possible fraud and required the sender to purchase two correctly overprinted examples prior to posting. A fine and most unusual attempted Postal Fraud cover. Cert. Mepsi (1988).1 / 1Ausruf : 400 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4160 Mexiko
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Puebla 1 r. black on green, two vertical pairs (scarcer thus), one crossed by light file fold, both pairs with the large 'Puebla' District overprint, used on 1863 entire letter to Mexico City cancelled by barred mute handstamps (Schatzkes 1159) in black with two line PUEBLA / DICIEMBRE 16 handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1153) struck at right. A fresh and fine entire that proves the dating of the large overprint. Signed J. K. Bash. Cert. Jaretzky (1988).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection A. Klein (Oct 1981) lot 256.Ausruf : 250 CHFZuschlag : 250 CHFLosnr. : 4161 Mexiko
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Queretaro 1 r. black on green, a superb large margined used strip of three, marginal from right of sheet, tied by complete strike of framed SAN JOSÉ / DE / ITURBIDE handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1309) in black. A very fine and scarce piece.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 135 CHFLosnr. : 4162 Mexiko
1 / 2Vera Cruz 1 r. black on green, a fine used horizontal strip of four, ample to large margins all round, cancelled by two complete strikes of framed AMAPA handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 1768) in black. Scarce.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 150 CHFLosnr. : 4163 Mexiko
1 / 2Victoria 1 r. black on green, two used examples, each with the District name (and scarce thus), re-aligned to form a pair, sharing fancy framed FRANCO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1818) struck well in red. Cancellation not recorded on this issue by Schatzkes / Schimmer. Rare.
Provenance: Collection Albert Quast (Dec 1968) lot 693.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 135 CHFLosnr. : 4164 Mexiko
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Zacatecas 1 r. black on green, a very fine horizontal strip of three, without District name, used on May 6, 1864 cover to Guadalajara; tied by two line FRANCO EN / ZACATECAS handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 1851A) in black, not recorded on this issue and apparently, on this cover, used in lieu of District name, as three further '0' mute handstamps were applied (Schatzkes fig. 1849B). An extraordinary cover and a very late usage - the first Eagle shipment was sent only two days later. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Albert Quast (Dec 1968) lot 699.Ausruf : 350 CHFZuschlag : 800 CHFLosnr. : 4165 Mexiko
1 / 12 r. black on rose, 'Jalapa' District, a fine used example with variety 'Impression of the 1 real printed on reverse, inverted'. Exceptional and very rare stamp in superb Exhibition quality Scott = $ 2'000 unused / unpriced used.
Provenance: Collection Erich Koenig (May 1995) lot 356.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4166 Mexiko
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2 reales black on rose, 'Morelia' District name overprint, Plate III, the extraordinary mint block of 69 stamps from the lower four horizontal rows of the sheet of 190 stamps: positions 115-128 / 134-150 / 153-171 / 172-190. Of outstanding freshness and colour and showing the positional varieties on position 189 - the listed Large Plate Crack from Hidalgo through the lower margin (in an advanced state), position 188 with Plate Crack in lower margin, further Plate Cracks from base of stamp into margin on positions 172, 176, 178, 181 and 182. Position 185 shows the lower ornaments double and position 147 shows District name overprint doubled. Some minor creasing and faults as can be expected but for a block of this size in exceptional condition and freshness and without doubt the largest known multiple of the classic issues. Unique Exhibition piece for the specialist. Cert. Holcombe (1984).1 / 1
Provenance: David Feldman (NYC, Nov 1985) lot 35768.Ausruf : 10.000 CHFZuschlag : 8.100 CHFLosnr. : 4167 Mexiko
1 / 12 r. black on rose, 'Puebla' District overprint, a fine used example with variety: 'Printed on Both Sides', inverted printing on reverse, cancelled by Mexico mute handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 827) in black. Extremely rare and fine stamp. Cert. Mepsi (1975) Scott = $ 2'250.1 / 1Ausruf : 750 CHFZuschlag : 750 CHFLosnr. : 4168 Mexiko
1 / 2Campeche 2 r. black on rose, three fine used examples with numeral '¼', '¾' and '8' handstamps all struck centrally in black on each. Scarce and most attractive, a difficult to assemble group (Schatzkes fig. 59, 61 and 70).
Provenance: Corinphila sale 58 (May 1975) lots 5967-5969.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 200 CHFLosnr. : 4169 Mexiko
1 / 2Chiapas 2 r. black on rose, a fine used example with Chiapas District overprint in blue, tied to small piece by complete strike of framed FRANCO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 127A) applied in Pichucalco. Rare strike of an elusive cancellation.Ausruf : 120 CHFZuschlag : 140 CHFLosnr. : 4170 Mexiko
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Guanajuato 2 r. black on rose, a superb vertically bisected example paying the 1 real rate, used on June 17, 1861 entire letter from Irapuato to Silao, beautifully tied by wreathed FRANCO / YRAPUATO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 495) in black. A magnificent and rare entire in outstanding quality for the philatelic connoisseur. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: Köhler sale 226 (Feb 1979) lot 6673.Ausruf : 2.000 CHFZuschlag : 1.650 CHFLosnr. : 4171 Mexiko
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Mexico City 2 r. black on rose, a fine example used on 1862 entire letter to Madrid, Spain tied by network obliterator (Schatzkes fig. 827) in black, mailed from the British Consulate in Mexico City with negative handstamp on reverse. Prepaid 2 reales to Vera Cruz where the local Consul prepaid a further 1 shilling (red manuscript) with both British P.O. 'Vera Cruz' datestamp on reverse (Aug 1) and struck on front panel with superb Crown PAID AT VERA CRUZ in black. Thence via British P.O. in HAVANA (Aug 6), London (Aug 28) to Madrid (Sept 1), where charged '4R.' due to recipient. Couple of minor file folds away from adhesive, a superb and rare entire that opens particularly well for Exhibit display.Ausruf : 2.000 CHFZuschlag : 3.000 CHFLosnr. : 4172 Mexiko
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Mexico City 2 r. black on rose, a fine example used on 1864 entire letter to Madrid, Spain tied by 'Franco / Mexico' datestamp in black prepaying the rate to Vera Cruz. Reverse with British P.O. VERA CRUZ datestamp of transit (Feb 7) and London red cds (March 1) with Madrid arrival cds (March 3) in black. Charged on arrival with '8Rs.' handstamp in red for amount due upon receipt. Opens well for Exhibit display, a fine and rare entire. Signed Holcombe. Cert. Holcombe (1990).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Isaac Backal (Oct 1989).Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4173 Mexiko
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Morelia 2 r. black on rose, a fine used example on undated folded cover to Morelia tied by bold strike of fancy framed TANZITARO handstamp (Schatzkes unrecorded) in black. Unique and very fine cover.
Provenance: Bill Shelton (Feb 1985) lot 1996.Ausruf : 350 CHFZuschlag : 400 CHFLosnr. : 4174 Mexiko
1 / 2Puebla 2 r. black on rose, used example with dramatic 4 mm. diagonal 'pli d'accordeon' pre-printing paper fold. Unusual and appealing stamp.Ausruf : 100 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4175 Mexiko
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Puebla 2 r. black on rose, fine used example on cover front to Puebla tied by oval framed TEPEXI DE / LA SEDA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1240) with further strike of oval framed FRANCA / TEPEXI DE / LA SEDA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1241) in black denoting prepayment. A fine and scarce usage.
Provenance: Bill Shelton (July 1985) lot 1020.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 220 CHFLosnr. : 4176 Mexiko
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San Luis Potosi 2 r. black on rose, two single examples a very fine horizontal strip of five all used on February 11, 1864 cover from San Luis Potosi to Guanajuato; the two singles tied by oval CORREOS / S. L. POTOSI handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1446) and the strip beautifully tied by three strikes of the fancy framed FRANCO handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1446A) in black. One stamp with minor central rub, otherwise a superb and extraordinary 14 reales franking. Cert. Jaretzky (1983).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3271.Ausruf : 1.200 CHFZuschlag : 1.600 CHFLosnr. : 4177 Mexiko
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Tampico 2 r. black on rose, diagonally bisected example used on large piece addressed to Vera Cruz, tied by circular FRANCO / SANTA ANNA DE TAMAULS. handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1585) in black. Notation of British charge of 1 shilling in red alongside. Scarce and most unusual piece.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4178 Mexiko
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Tulancingo 2 r. black on rose, a superb used example on small piece tied by complete strike of oval framed ADMINISTRACION PRINCIPAL DE CORREOS / DE TULANCINGO Eagle handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1818) struck in black. Delightful and very rare.
Provenance: Collection Albert Quast (Dec 1968) lot 670.
Collection Dr. Boris L. Rubio (Jan 1978) lot 2371.Ausruf : 350 CHFZuschlag : 420 CHFLosnr. : 4179 Mexiko
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Tulancingo 2 r. black on rose, a superb used example on 1863 cover to Mexico City tied by superb strike of oval framed ADMINISTRACION PRINCIPAL DE CORREOS / DE TULANCINGO Eagle handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 1818) in black. Trivial aging, believed to be the sole recorded example of this handstamp used on letter, delightful and very rare. Signed J. K. Bash.Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4180 Mexiko
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Vera Cruz 2 r. black on rose, a fine example used on April 21, 1864 cover to Oaxaca, tied by FRANQUEADO / VERA CRUZ datestamp in black (Schatzkes fig. 1757A). The cover struck above the adhesive with bold '2' (reales) due marking as Vera Cruz was in the hands of the Conservatives at this date and the cover was charged Postage Due when 'Crossing the Lines' to Juarist held Oaxaca. Rare and very fine cover. Signed Darteyre.
Provenance: Carmichael & Todd (June 1989).Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : 550 CHFLosnr. : 4181 Mexiko
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4 reales black on yellow, without District overprint, a fresh and fine mint example from left of sheet, and a fine mint horizontal pair; both items with excellent colour and large part og. The pair is signed Thier.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4182 Mexiko
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4 reales black on yellow, 'Queretaro' District overprint, the magnificent marginal block of six from right of sheet, of excellent large margins all round, vibrant colour and large part to unmounted original gum. A wonderful and extremely rare multiple for the specialist and connoisseur of classic Mexican philately. Cert. Jaretzky (1983).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Maurice Burrus (April 1964) lot 90 - as a block of 12.
Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984) lot 3280.Ausruf : 2.500 CHFZuschlag : 2.000 CHFLosnr. : 4183 Mexiko
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Apam 4 r. black on yellow, a superb large margined example with black District name overprint, minor contemporary corner crease on application, used on March 7, 1864 entire letter from Mazaquiahuac to Mexico City (Vertiz correspondence) tied by negative CORREOS / APAM circular handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 24) in black. Apam received just 300 of the 4 reales on an 1861 invoice. A very fine and rare entire.
Provenance: Bill Shelton (Feb 1985) lot 1945.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : 700 CHFLosnr. : 4184 Mexiko
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Apam 4 r. black on yellow, diagonally bisected for the 1 real rate to Vera Cruz, tied by two line FRANCO EN IROLO / JULIO 13 1861 handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 32) in black. The stamp without trace of District overprint, this front of cover has always been a contentious item, showing one of just two or three known cancellations from this small Office from which no other 1861 stamps are recorded. The sole recorded 'split' from the Apam District. It is illustrated in 'Artes de Mexico' (Bash, 1967) and in 'Mexicana' article by J. K. Bash and Karl Schimmer where illustrated in January 1972 issue on page 641. Signed J. K. Bash (with note on reverse indicating that it was probably purchased from Otto Yag in 1965). Cert. Mepsi (1988).1 / 1Ausruf : 1.000 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4185 Mexiko
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Chiapas 4 r. black on yellow, a fine large margined example with horizontal guideline at top, blue District name overprint, tied to small piece by fancy framed FRANCO EN S. CRISTOBAL handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 114) struck in blue. Exceptional and very attractive usage.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : 160 CHFLosnr. : 4186 Mexiko
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Chiapas 4 r. black on yellow, a fine used example without District name overprint, used on small piece tied by circular C. DE COMITAN handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 120) in blue, with oval Comitan Departmental Eagle cachet also struck in blue below. Scarce and most appealing usage.
Provenance: Collection Franz-Josef Strieker (Oct 1982) lot 1856.Ausruf : 150 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4187 Mexiko
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Chiapas 4 r. black on yellow, single and horizontal strip of three, all with Chiapas District name in blue (Chiapas only received 1'980 4 reales), used on reverse of cover from Tonala to Buena Vista. The adhesives with large margins, but for small triangular nick in third stamp, and in deep shades tied by two line FRANCO / EN TONALA handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 30) in black. Manuscript notation above the adhesives with instructions to send the cover to Buena Vista by 'Special Delivery' (sin tocar otra Oficina de Correos) as Buena Vista had no Post Office. Further strike of FRANCO / EN TONALA handstamp on front of the cover which shows some faults. A truly remarkable and extremely rare 16 reales franking. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1Ausruf : 3.500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4188 Mexiko
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Chiapas 4 r. black on yellow, without District name, a superb single example used as a Provisional Issue on 1868 registered front of cover to Chiapas, tied by circular C. DE COMITAN handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 120) in blue, with corresponding manuscript 'Certificado para Comitan / Sale hoy 21 de Julio de 1868' at top (Chiapas and Comitan had no registration cancelllations until the 1872 issue). The four corners of the cover all struck with fine strikes of framed 'Franqueado / en Comitan' handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 121) in blue alongside Comitan Official Eagle cachet. Docketing of receipt on reverse. Possibly the latest known Provisional use of the 1861 issue, a lovely cover of extreme rarity. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1Ausruf : 2.500 CHFZuschlag : 2.500 CHFLosnr. : 4189 Mexiko
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Chihuahua 4 r. black on yellow, a fine diagonally bisected example used as a 2 reales on April 7, 1862 entire letter from Rio Florido to Chihuahua, tied by 'Villa Coronado' cancellation in manuscript. Slight cover repair at upper right, well away from the adhesive. Unlisted and of great scarcity, a fresh and fine entire. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: Köhler sale 229 (Feb 1980) lot 6040.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4190 Mexiko
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Chihuahua 4 r. black on yellow, a fine quadrisected example used as 1 real on July 3, 1863 entire letter from Rio Florido to Parral, tied by 'Villa Coronado' cancellation in manuscript. A fine and rare companion cover to the previous lot, unlisted and of great scarcity, a fresh and very fine entire. Cert. PF (1973).1 / 1
Provenance: Köhler sale 251 (June 1986) lot 4921.Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : 500 CHFLosnr. : 4191 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 4 r. black on yellow, used example with huge margins on three sides, used on small piece tied by both Tepic 'Flower' handstamp and oval FRANCO / TEPIC handstamp (Schatzkes figs. 411 and 412) in black with the latter dated 'Julio 22' in manuscript. Slightly aged but scarce.Ausruf : 100 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4192 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 4 r. black on yellow, large margins all round, used on small piece with 1 r. black on green in a horizontal strip of three, one stamp with pre-printing minor paper fold, slight scissor cut between second and third stamp not into design - the third 1 real also exhibiting an unusual loss of printing at the upper left; all tied by both Tepic 'Flower' handstamp with part oval FRANCO / TEPIC handstamp (Schatzkes figs. 411 and 412) in black below, the latter dated 'Julio 16' in manuscript. Unusual and interesting piece.Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4193 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 4 r. black on yellow, a superb marginal example from left of sheet, used with 1 r. black on green on July 9, 1861 cover to Guadalajara cancelled by 'Aztec Symbol' handstamp in red (Schatzkes fig. 377) with framed CUALE handstamp above (Schatzkes fig. 378A) in red. Some minor aging to the outer letter sheet but a rare cancellation and franking. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1Ausruf : 500 CHFZuschlag : 500 CHFLosnr. : 4194 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 4 r. black on yellow, vertically bisected example used as 2 r. in combination with 1 r. black on green, tied to piece by Tepic 'Flower' handstamp and oval FRANCO / TEPIC handstamp (Schatzkes figs. 411 and 412) in black with the latter dated 'Julio 26' in manuscript. Sender's oval cachet in blue at right. A fine and scarce usage. Cert. Mepsi (1979).1 / 1Ausruf : 200 CHFZuschlag : 220 CHFLosnr. : 4195 Mexiko
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Guadalajara 4 r. black on yellow, a superb sheet marginal example diagonally bisected for use as a 2 reales on May 1861 cover to Cuidad Guzman, tied by bold strike of fancy framed FRANQUEADO / EN / GUADALAJARA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 293) struck in blue - in use in this colour only during May 1861. Superb and very rare cover. Cert. Jaretzky (1987).1 / 1
Provenance: Corinphila sale 44 (March 1957) lot 5457.Ausruf : 400 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4196 Mexiko
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Guanajuato 4 r. black on yellow, vertically bisected example with District name overprint, used as 2 reales on July 24, 1861 entire letter to Guadalajara tied by bold strike of oval LEON DE LOS ALDAMAS handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 500) in black. By this date, the original two invoices of just 4'160 of the 2 reales stamps had been exhausted and the few 4 reales sent (1'320) were therefore bisected. A fresh and very fine entire.Ausruf : 350 CHFZuschlag : nicht verkauftLosnr. : 4197 Mexiko
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Guanajuato 4 r. black on yellow, vertically bisected and 2 r. black on rose, vertically bisected; used on famous 1861 cover from Guanajuato to Mexico City to pay the 3 reales rate; tied by circular FRANCO / GUANAJUATO datestamp (Schatzkes fig. 476) in blue (May 4). Both stamps are from the first delivery of the 1861 issue to Guanajuato (2'070 of the 2 reales, 660 of the 4 reales) as by this date all the 1 real stamps had also run out (just 1'073 were sent), thus the 4 reales remaining were bisected to 'save' the few remaining 2 reales values. A truly exceptional and wonderful cover in the foremost quality - possibly the most attractive 'Split' cover known. Cert. Jaretzky (1983).1 / 1
Provenance: Collection Renato Mondolfo, Corinphila sale 70 (May 1984) lot 3275.Ausruf : 5.000 CHFZuschlag : 5.000 CHFLosnr. : 4198 Mexiko
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Mazatlan 4 r. black on yellow, horizontally bisected example used as a 2 reales on October 27, 1861 entire letter to San Francisco, USA tied by fancy framed FRANCO / SINALOA handstamp (Schatzkes fig. 781) in black paying the rate to Puerto Mazatlan. Struck with SHIP / 5 unframed handstamp on arrival with SAN FRANCISCO circular datestamp (Dec 3, 1861) alongside, both in black. Some minor aging of no real consequence, this being an exceptional Civil War usage to a rare destination - 'Splits' to a foreign destination all being rarities. Cert. Mepsi (1972).1 / 1
Note: Mazatlan received just 2'070 of the 2 reales stamps and only 660 of the 4 reales stamps by this date - the first (April 18, 1861) invoice having been stolen in transit and replaced by an identical sending on May 18, 1861.Ausruf : 1.500 CHFZuschlag : 1.600 CHFLosnr. : 4199 Mexiko
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Mexico City 4 r. black on deep yellow and 1 r. black on deep green, fine four margined examples used on outer letter sheet dated APRIL 19, 1861 from Mexico City to Durango (docketing of receipt or reply May 1). The adhesives of brilliant colour and sharp impressions, cancelled by circular FRANCO / MEXICO datestamps '19 ABRIL' and thus a FIRST DAY COVER of the 1861 ISSUE. According to Samuel Chapman and Abraham Odfjell April 20, 1861 was the day of supply and it has to be surmised that the datestamp had not been changed. However, without doubt the earliest recorded usage of the issue on a fine and most attractive cover with a rare 5 reales franking. Cert. Jaretzky (1988).1 / 1
Provenance: Filatelia Mexicana (May 31, 1988) lot 2263.Ausruf : 3.500 CHFZuschlag : 2.850 CHFLosnr. : 4200 Mexiko
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Oaxaca 4 r. black on yellow, 2 r. black on rose and 1 r. black on green, all used on 1862 entire letter to Tehuantepec, tied by boxed & dated OAXACA handstamps (Schatzkes fig. 1023) in black (July 20). File fold well away from adhesives otherwise of superlative quality for a 7 reales rate and a particularly attractive three colour franking.
Provenance: Robson Lowe (June 1975).Ausruf : 1.000 CHFZuschlag : 1.000 CHF -
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