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Lot# 4083 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 4083 Egypt Kingdom

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    Russian P.O. in Alexandria 1864: Cover from Aleppo, Syria to Marseille endorsed 'voie d'Alexandrie' struck on despatch with fair ROPiT ALEXANDRETTA cds in blue and wonderful strike of fancy framed P.P., both in blue (Tchilinghirian fig. 256 and unlisted). Franked by France 1862 10 c. bistre and 40 c. orange (Yvert 21+23) tied by '5080' gros chiffres of Alexandria with cds below (April 27). Marseille entry marking in red also on front and reverse with Marseille (May 6) arrival cds. A rare and extraordinary combination cover. Signed Calves. Cert. Brun (2014).
    Starting bid : 2,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,800 CHF