Lot# 5597 - Auction 250-256
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Lot# : 5597 Colombia
1865 (Sept 19): Entire letter from Santa Martha to New York struck with superb "♚ / PAID / AT / SANTA MARTHA" handstamp struck in red with manuscript prepayment '4' (pence) in red crayon alongside. Reverse with single ring 'Santa Martha' cds (Sept 19, code 'U' the 'C' inverted) and 'Colon' transit (Sept 24, code A) in black. Struck on arrival with circular 'Steamship / 10' charge marking in black. A choice entire in the foremost quality Gi = £ 1'900.Starting bid : 750 CHFHammer price : 1,200 CHF