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Lot# 502 - 169-172 Auction

  • Lot# : 502 France

    1850 (July 1): Entire letter from Le Mans to Paris franked by 1849 Cérès 20 c. black, used on first day of issue of the 25 c. blue and the consequent rate increase of the same day, tied by grill cancellation with embellished "Le Mans" cds above. Taxed on arrival in Paris (July 2) with manuscript "05" (centimes) due in red manuscript. Extremely scarce entire. Signed Calves.
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 950 CHF