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Lot# 275 - Auction 227-233

  • Lot# : 275 Egypt Kingdom

    1892: 'Bordereau A Envoyer Au Déposant' printed form (dated 1889, with just 3'000 printed) confirming receipt of a Money Order transfer from Zurich, Switzerland to Alexandria in the amount of 500 Swiss Francs = E£ 19'287, franked by 1888 5 m. carmine-rose tied by 'Alexandrie' cds (JUly 5) in black. The stamp was applied and tied as a receipt as can be seen in the transfer box at base of form. Folded in four away from the adhesive, a rare item. Signed Todd AIEP.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF