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Lot# 116 - 205-209 Auction

  • Lot# : 116 USA

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    1857: 3 c. dull red, 12 c. black and a rare vertical strip of three 1858 Jefferson 5 c. brick red, Type I, used on 1859 entire to Bordeaux, France tied by 'New Orleans / La.' cds's (May 25) in black paying the 30 cent double rate, with 'New York / Paid / 24' Exchange Office datestamp (May 31) in red of transit. Circular 'Et. Unis Serv. Br. A.C / M' entry marking in black on front (June 13) and reverse with further transits and arrival cds (June 15). The cover with minor file folds crossing the 5 c. strip but a very scarce and most attractive entire. Cert. P.F. (2003).
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,750 CHF