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Lot# 7381 - Auction 234-243

  • Lot# : 7381 Bulgaria

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    Catalogue# : V21+V22+V23
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    Via Varna 1864: Arms 5 s. rose, 10 s., blue (2) and 15 s. brown all used on 1868 mourning envelope, probably from Constantinople to Brignolles, France carried at single rate, cancelled by two fine strikes of the VIA VARNA straight line handstamp (Tchilinghirian fig. 114) in black with 'A./P.D.' in red below and Strasbourg entry marking in blue (Oct 15). Reverse with Brignolles arrival cds (16/10). The 'Via Varna' straight line is considerable scarcer than the more attractive boxed marking. A charming and rare three colour franking. Opinion Todd (2014).rnProvenance: Collection Fritz Heimbüchler.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,500 CHF