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    1837: Entire letter from Lucca (Independent State up to October 1847 when included within Tuscany) addressed to Palermo, Sicily and struck with two line dated LUCCA despatch in black (Dec 23). Prepaid to the Papal border at 3 crazie (Tuscan currency), and struck on reverse with ALBANO  straight line of transit in black. Charged 10 grana in Naples with datestamp in red, struck on arrival with 'M.S.G.A.' control handstamp (Marchese San Giacionto Amministratore) of the Postal director in Palermo in red. Minor faults but a rare usage.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold