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  • Lot# : 3006 Nepal

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    1843 (April 11): Cover and complete contents written by Brian H. Hodgson, British Resident in Nepal just prior to his resignation in 1844, struck on reverse with extraordinary and very rare strike of oval framed 'NEPAUL / FREE' handstamp in red with date '12th April, 43' inserted in manuscript. An extremely rare marking, only discovered in 2002, with just 5 examples of this postmark recorded.

    Note: A fine political letter from Hodgson mentioning 'Lord A' (Auckland), also explaining his reasons for his actions which led to his replacement as Resident in Nepal by H. M. Lawrence; addressed to Sir Thomas Herbert Maddock, from 1845 to 1849 the Deputy Governor of Bengal and President of the Council of India.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF