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Lot# 1388 - Auction 222-226

  • Lot# : 1388 Portugal

    Angola 1886: 25 r. red-violet, a fine example used on "The Eastern Telegraph Company Limited" illustrated envelope addressed Ambriz tied by large oval "Direcçao Dos Correios / Provincia de Angola" datestamp with arrival of oval "Correio Do Ambriz" alongside (June 22, 1889). reverse with "Eastern & South African Telegraph Co. Limited / Loanda" cachet in violet (July 20, 1889) in violet. A charming and rare cover.
    Starting bid : 1,750 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF