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Lot# 7679 - Auction 250-256

  • Lot# : 7679 Austrian Levant

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    Catalogue# : V20+6/I
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    International Postal Connections to Europe - Italy 1869 (Jan 16): Cover from Smirna to Genova endorsed "via Brindisi", bearing 1864 Arms 3 s. green perf. 9½, in mixed issue franking with 1867 25 s. grey, tied by light "SMIRNE 16 / .." thimble cds in black (Tranmer fig. 10). "P.D." in blue-green and small framed "PIROSCAFI / POSTALI / ITALIANI" alongside, reverse with Brindisi transit and Genova arrival cds's (Jan 22). An appealing cover with a rare mixed franking to pay the 28 soldi rate. Signed Edwin Müller and A. Diena.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold