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Lot# 4388 - Auction 234-243

  • Lot# : 4388 Natal

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    1895: British Inland Mail. Covers carried on the 'Donald Currie' Line of Steamers from Vatomandry, Madagascar during the French Fleet's blockade of Tamatave. Combination cover from Antananarivo to Doncaster, franked by British Inland Mail March 1895 4 d. rose, perf. 12, tied by BRITISH / MAIL / ANTANANARIVO thimble cds in violet (Sept 9), with Natal 1891 2½ d. bright blue applied for onward transmission and tied by 'Durban' cds (Oct 25) in black. Reverse with Doncaster (Nov 10) arrival cds in black. The cover with corner tear at upper left and partial back flap lost but very rare: the service was only in use from January to 30 September 1895.
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF