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Lot# 353 - Auction 227-233

  • Lot# : 353 Egypt Kingdom

    1867: 1 pi. red, a fine example used on large part 1869 cover from Mansura to Epsom, Surrey endorsed 'p. vapor Inglese' tied by POSTE VICE-REALI EGIZIANE / MANSURA despatch cds in black (Jan 8). Transferred to British P.O. for onward transmission with Great Britain 1867 6 d. violet pl. 6 tied by bold "BO1" obliterator in black with ALEXANDRIA cds below (Jan 9). Reverse with Egyptian Alexandria cds and Epsom arrival (Jan 18). Side flaps missing but a very rare combination cover. Signed Todd AIEP.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,500 CHF