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Lot# 7318 - Auction 234-243

  • Lot# : 7318 Bulgaria

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    Catalogue# : V22
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    Austrian P.O. in Rustschuk 1864: Arms 10 s. blue, perf. 9½, used on circa 1868 cover from Rustschuk / Ruse to Constantinople tied by circular RUSTSCHUK datestamp (19/8) struck in black (Tchilinghirian fig. 876). Reverse with 'Constantinopel' Austrian P.O. datestamp of receipt (21/8) in black. Elaborate Company cachet on front in blue of Petkowitz & Popow. Central file fold but a fine cover: the 10 soldi rate is rare from Bulgaria.rnProvenance: Collection Thomas Hitzler.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold