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Lot# 3144 - Auction 222-226

  • Lot# : 3144 Queensland

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    1860: 6 d. green, wmk. Large Star, imperforate, an attractive example with close margin at right but with huge margin at left and at top with portion of adjoining stamp above, used on 1864 envelope to Sydney endorsed 'per Alexandra', tied by "201" numeral obliterator in black. Reverse with 'Rockhampton / Queensland' cds (Aug 2) and 'Ship Letter / Sydney' datestamp of receipt (Aug 8) in black. The envelope with two file folds not affecting the delightful appearance of a rare cover. Signed Holcombe.rnrnProvenance: Corinphila sale 72, 23-28 September 1985, lot 7263.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 4,800 CHF