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  • Lot# : 1296 French Levant

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    Jerusalem 1873 (April 5): Envelope from Jerusalem via Jaffa to Paris, franked with 1872 Cérès 80 c. rose, tied by Gross Chiffres '5089' numerator with Jerusalem cross in blue (Pothion = 35 points), cogwheel "JAFFA SYRIE 5 APRIL 73" cds and framed PD in red alongside, reverse with "ALEXANDRIE EGYPTE 6 AVRIL 73" transit and Paris Etranger arrival in blue (April 15) cds's. Some perforation irregularities just mentioned for accuracy, but a scarce and attractive usage of the Jerusalem cross. Cert. Roumet (1999).rnNote: Starting in 1852, mail despatched at the consular post office in Jerusalem was struck with Croix potencée and transfered with messengers to the French post office in Jaffa where stamps were added and postmarked. Osman authorities did not allow the selling of foreign adhesives in Jerusalem.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,700 CHF