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Lot# 7374 - Auction 234-243

  • Lot# : 7374 Bulgaria

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    Lloyd Agency in Varna 1848 (Aug 30): Entire letter written in Greek from Varna to Constantinople struck on front panel with oval framed AGENZIA DEL LLOYD AUSTRIACO / VARNA handstamp in greenish-blue ink (Tchilinghirian fig. 938). Endorsed at top in manuscript Bulgarian 'We accept 31 Aug 1848'. A great rarity of Levant postal history with just a handful of examples recorded. Opinion Todd (2013).rnProvenance: Collection Hans Smith FRPSL, Corinphila sale 182, Sept 2013, lot 1425.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold