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Lot# 420 - Auction 227-233

  • Lot# : 420 Egypt Kingdom

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    Wreck Cover 1921: Cover from Port Said (April 12) to Palermo with part of original franking soaked off due to the 'S.S. Kalyan' being hit by a severe gale, the Mailbags being damaged when off-loaded in Marseille (April 18), remaining 1921 5 m. lake tied by Port Said cds and, on reverse, three further examples stuck face downand tied by ACCIDENT en MER / COURRIER INONDE cachet in blue (Maritime Accident / Mail affected by Sea-water). French Reseal 'Lettre en Rebut' Official label also on reverse of a scarce cover.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold