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  • Lot# : 5158 Greece

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    Catalogue# : 29+36
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    Mail to Russia via Austria 1873: Entire letter from Argostolian to Taganrog, Russia endorsed 'via Vienna' franked at 100 lepta (double the 50 lepta 1867 Convention rate) with 1868/71 80 l. carmine and 1871 20 l. blue tied by 'Argostolian' datestamps (May 28). Reverse with Kerkyra transit, Triest oval datestamp, thence via Vienna with Russian 'Postal Wagon 47-48' cds and Taganrog arrival on front. Opens well for Exhibit display, a scarce and attractive cover.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF