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Lot# 4738 - Auction 244-249

  • Lot# : 4738 Uruguay

    1866/67: 10 c. green, perf., crossed by file fold, used on 1874 entire letter to New York endorsed 'pr. Chimborazo', tied by barred obliterator and mailed via London (Feb 16) with cds on reverse in red. Charged mark '14' deleted by London "43" numeral obliterator and sent on to destination with 'NEW YORK / DUE 31 / U.S.CURRENCY' datestamp on front (March 2) in black. Unframed "26 / Cents" adjacent with 5 c. added for local delivery. An unusual 'Double Crossing of the Atlantic' cover.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 180 CHF