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Lot# 2482 - Auction 222-226

  • Lot# : 2482 Palestine

    Russian Post Offices 1898: 10 k. carmine & green letter-card, a fine used example from Jaffa to Tanga, German East Africa, struck with rare oval ROPiT / JAFFA oval datestamp (Aug 8) in violet (Tchilinghirian fig. 238). Transits of 'Port Said' (Aug 10) with PLEINE MER handstamp alongside, Aden (Aug 17) and 'Tanga' arrival cds (Sept 4). Reverse with 'Suez / Ambulant' cds (Aug 11). A charming and most attractive usage to an unusual destination.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF