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Lot# 1006 - 213-217 Auction

  • Lot# : 1006 Italy

    1818 & 1837: Entire letters (2) with 1818 cover from Naples to Reggio, Modena addressed to the Governor of the Province and struck on despatch with red two line datestamp (Aug 18) and oval AGDP control marking. Prepaid 10 grana to the Papal border and uncharged thereafter as Official mail; together with 1837 entire from Modena to Naples rated 154 grana on arrival with oval AGDP control marking in red. Re-directed to the small Papal enclave of Benevento and AGDP mark cancelled by "X" and framed CORRETTA handstamp (Corrected) in red but no apparent charge raised for re-direction. An attractive pair.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold