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Lot# 3975 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 3975 Great Britain

    1858: 2 d. blue, pl. 9, a horizontal strip of six lettered FG-FL, used on 1861 cover at triple rate (under ¾ ounce) to Moulins, France all neatly cancelled by Birmingham '75' numeral obliterators in black. Reverse with Redditch cds, Birmingham cds (Oct 2) and Moulins Sur Allier arrival. The entire with delightful printed letter-head for a Needle and Fish Hook Salesman inside. File fold between first and second stamp but a scarce and most attractive usage.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 420 CHF