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Lot# 2112 - Auction 222-226

  • Lot# : 2112 Ceylon

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    1875c. Cover endorsed in manuscript "From J. Potter, Gunner's Mate, HMS Diamond, Trincomalee, Ceylon" mailed to Bridport, Dorset franked at Seamen's concessionary rate by Great Britain 1858/79 1 d. red pl. 178 tied on arrival by London numeral obliterator in black. Endorsed by Commanding Officer at lower left and reverse with Bridport arrival cds (Aug 4). The adhesive with one pulled perf. but a rare usage: the HMS Diamond was on East Indies & China Station service between 1875 and 1879.rn 
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 440 CHF