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  • Lot# : 5562 Martinique

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    Second British Occupation 1798 (Feb 13): Entire letter, begun on October 5 1797, mailed from Grenada via Martinique to Ayr, Scotland struck in transit with fine straight line "MARTINIQUE" in black (Jamet type 4), and endorsed 'Double Only' at top with manuscript '4/10d.' to pay (Packet rate of 1 shilling doubled and Falmouth to Ayr 1/5d. doubled).  Reverse with arrival (May 8) in red. A fine and scarce entire.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF