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  • Lot# : 737 Papal state

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    1867: Imperforate 80 c. black on rose lilac, used in combination with March 1868 perf. 5 c. greenish blue, 10 c. orange vermilion and 20 c. red-brown, on delightful 1869 cover to Boston, USA tied by dotted lozenges with 'Roma' despatch cds at left (Jan 26) and framed P.D. in black. Blue 'St. Michel' French entry marking on front (Jan 12) and 'Boston / Paid' arrival and '3' (cents) in red all on obverse of a charming four colour mixed issue combination usage. Rare. Cert. Signed A. Diena. Cert. E. Diena (1992).
    Starting bid : 2,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold