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  • Lot# : 303 France

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    Cape of Good Hope 1862: 80 c. carmine-rose, fine single example used on 1865 entire letter at single rate endorsed 'voie de Suez' from Nantes to the French Consul at the Cape of Good Hope, tied by 2602 gros chiffres and by Nantes cds of despatch (Sept 26). Framed 'PD' and 'P.P.' in red at left and struck on front with 'Cape-Town / Cape-Colony' arrival cds in black (Nov 11). Reverse with two French TPO's and 'Port Elizabeth / Cape-Colony' cds (Nov 7). A very fine cover to a scarce destination. Cert. Boule (2000).
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF