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Lot# 5653 - Auction 234-243

  • Lot# : 5653 Peru

    1880: 2 c. rose and 5 c. ultramarine pair, optd. 'UPU / Plata / Peru' in blue and red respectively, used on 2 c. green on buff postal stationery envelope (H&G B1) all tied by 'Lima / Principal' datestamps (Oct 4). Reverse with London transit cds in red and 'Funchal' arrival cds (Jan 19, 1881) in black. A fine cover to a very scarce destination.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 420 CHF