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Lot# 6322 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 6322 Tasmania

    Chalon Head Issues 1858: 6 d. dull lilac, wmk. '6', a fine used example on 1858 cover from Launceston to Moorfields, London, franked additionally witth Great Britain 1856 2 d. blue, perf. 14 and 1855/57 4 d. pale carmine to make up the 1 shilling rate, all tied by "60" numeral obliterators of Launceston with diamond 'POST OFFICE / LAUNCESTON / Crown' datestamp in red of despatch (Sept 11) at left. London arrival cds also on obverse (Nov 13) in red. A charming and extremely rare combination cover.rnrnProvenance: Collection J. Grant Glassco, RL, London, 25-237 Nov 1969, lot 1973.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,000 CHF