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Lot# 1316 - Auction 250-256

  • Lot# : 1316 French Levant

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    Tripoli de Syrie 1853 (Feb 6): Entire letter from Tripoli to Lyon, struck with superb and extremely rare cursive two line "Tripoli / de Syrie" handstamp in black (Pothion = 32 points) with framed "PAQUEBOTS DE LA MEDITERRANEE" handstamp in red alongside, reverse with "BEYROUTH SYRIE 10 FEVR 53" (with 'H', Pothion = 15 points) and Marseille transit as well as Lyon arrival (March 3, 1853) cds's, charged with '10' décimes upon arrival. An attractive and desirable cover showing a cancellation rarity of the French Levant in perfect condition. Cert. Boule (1999).rnNote: Until the end of 1856, postage of prepaid and unpaid covers was identical. 
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF