Lot# 6414 - Auction 218-221
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Lot# : 6414 Victoria
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Woodblock Issue 1854/55: 'Registered' 1 s. rose-pink & blue and 6 d. dull orange, fine examples used on registered cover to England endorsed 'per Kent via Melbourne', tied by scarce oval "50/V" obliterator of Port Fairy. Reverse with SHIP LETTER / FREE / G.P.O. VICTORIA datestamp in red (Sept 12) and London and Marlow (Nov 29). Obverse of cover with opening tear at right and manuscript '6' (pence) split rate correctly altered to 3d. to pay. Scarce.Starting bid : 250 CHFHammer price : 600 CHF -
