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Lot# 1362 - 210-212 Auction

  • Lot# : 1362 Argentina

    1859: Cabecitas 4 r. green on bluish paper, a fine single example of good colour and large margins all round, used on 1864 cover to Bordeaux, France tied by oval network obliterator in blue (Kneitschel type 13). Octagonal French Consular marking BUENOS-AYRES below (Nov 14) in black (Salles fig. 1058) with 'Brésil / Bordeaux' entry marking on front (Dec 20) and charged at single rate with '8' décime due marking. Bordeaux arrival (same day) on reverse of a fine and scarce cover. Mail bearing this issue travelling overseas can be considered as rarities.
    Starting bid : 1,200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF