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    1945: Cover from Italy to Asmara, Eritrea sent unpaid with despatch cds (June 18) and unframed 'T' marking at left; Censored by Italian and British authorities with Reseal and two cachets on front. Unusual handstruck framed TO PAY / PAGARE / 84 Cents in violet and reverse with 1942 M.E.F. Postage Due 1 d. carrmine and a strip of three 3 d. violet all tied on arrival in Asmara (28/8). A few cover imperfections but an extremely rare usage.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,700 CHF