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  • Lot# : 3144 France

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    Ballon Monté 1870: Tiny entire letter franked by 1867 Laureated 20 c. blue tied by Paris Star-15 obliterator and by 'Rue Bonaparte' cds (Oct 6, 5th levée). Flown from beseiged Paris on 6th Ballon 'L'Armand Barbès' with reverse showing Amiens arrival datestamp (Oct 19). Fine and scarce entire in superb condition. Signed Roumet.
    20 c. bleu Lauré obli. étoile de Paris 15 avec cachet adjacent Paris Rue Bonaparte 6 octobre 70 sur mini lettre transportée par L'Armand Barbès pour Amiens. Superbe.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF