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Lot# 114 - Auction 234-243

  • Lot# : 114 Colombia

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    1865: 10 c. lilac, a used example with large margins all round, used on 1866 cover to Paris tied by oval framed BOGOTÁ handstamp in black. Reverse with British P.O. Santa Martha datestamp in black (Jan 29). Carried on the RMSP Steamer ‘Solent’ to St. Thomas and thence on the ‘La Plata’ to Southampton. The adhesive also tied by framed ‘GB / 1F 60c.’ Anglo-French accountancy marking applied in London (March 2), charged ‘10’ décimes due upon arrival. A fine and rare cover. Cert. Colomphil (2008).rn 
    Starting bid : 900 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF