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  • Lot# : 2037 France

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    1862: 20 c. blue, 40 c. orange and 80 c. rose all used on 1864 cover to Shanghai, China tied by 532 gros chiffres with Bordeaux despatch cds (Sept 9) at right. Framed 'PD' at base and 'Après Le Départ' in black; the cover endorsed in manuscript to be forwarded if the addressee was not found. Reverse with SHANG-HAI / BAU. FRANCAIS arrival cds (Nov 1) and returned to sender in Bordeaux (Jan 2, 1865). Top flap missing on reverse but a fine three colour franking and a most unusual usage.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF