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    1865: Cover from Beirut to USA franked with 1861 USA 3 c. (uncancelled) and France 1862 80 c. rose-carmine (2) tied by 5082 gros chiffres on despatch, with BEYROUT / SYRIE cds above (Nov 3) and framed PD in black. Circular 'New York / Paid' of arrival (Dec 5) and handstruck '3' US credit marking in red. Manuscript at top 'Due 34 c.' is erroneous unless it referred to other covers mailed / delivered at the same time as 1 fr. 60 c. as denoted by the PD paid the full amount due. Scarce cover.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF