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Lot# 1391 - Auction 250-256

  • Lot# : 1391 Greece

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    Catalogue# : 22a
    Incoming from Greek Offices in the Levant 1863 (June 25): Unpaid entire letter from Alexandria, Egypt to Athens, with 'Alexandria / Turkey' despatch cds of the Greek P.O. on front, charged upon arrival with '80' lepta in red crayon. Consecutive Athens printing 1862/67 80 l. rose-carmine applied, a most attractive example with vivid colour and good to large margins all round, neatly tied by Athens cds (July 1, 1863). Reverse with Piraeus transit and corresponding Athens arrival cds's. Scarce and most appealing cover Hellas 22a.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold