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  • Lot# : 5115 France

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    Cérès 80 c. carmine, a fine used example on 1872 cover to Lyon carried by Paquebot 'Tibre', tied by 'Anchor' lozenge of dots; with fine octagonal CONSTANTINOPLE / PAQ. FR. U No. 1 datestamp above (Nov. 27) well struck in black (Salles fig. 882). Framed 'Paquebots / De La / Mediterranee' at right and reverse with Marseille cds (Dec. 6) and Lyon arrival. A fine and attractive cover.

    Cérès 80 c. carmin, oblit. ancre sur lettre avec cachet paquebots de Constantinople (27 nov. 72) pour Lyon et cachet d'arrivée au verso. Très beau.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 180 CHF