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Lot# 184 - Auction 244-249

  • Lot# : 184 Peru

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    1858: 1 d. slate blue, a fine large margined example in a deep shade, used on 1859 cover to Bordeaux via Panama, tied by 'Admon. Pral De Correos / Tacna' cds in black (Nov 21). Transit of British P.O. ARICA cds in black and thence via PSNC Steamer to Panama, from there on the RMSP 'Medway' to St. Thomas where trans-shipped to the 'Plata' arriving in Southampton on January 1, 1860. Anglo-French accountancy marking 'GB / 2F 87½ c.' applied in London and charged double rate of '24' décimes upon arrival. A fine cover.rnProvenance: Collection G. Lamy.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 160 CHF