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Lot# 3549 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 3549 Bolivia

    1856/82: Covers (3) with 1856 entire to Sucre struck with superb oval framed 'Cochabamba / Franca' handstamp in red, 1862 entire letter to Sucre with rate mark '½' and superb oval ADMON PRINCIPAL DE CORREOS DE POTOSI Condor handstamp in blue (believed to be the sole recorded usage of this handstamp as a postal marking, ex collection Ortiz-Patino), and 1882 mourning envelope to Salta struck on front with oval POTOSI / FRANCA in black with arrival datestamp on reverse. A fine and scarce trio.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF