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    Catalogue# : L21
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    1866 (Feb 18): Small entire letter from Alexandria to Livorno franked by De La Rue printing 1863/66 60 c. bright lilac tied by bold strike of "ALESSANDRIA D'EGITTO / POSTE ITALIANE" datestamp, Zanaria Type B, with repeated strike alongside and small cartridge "PIROSCAFI / POSTALI / ITALIANI" in black. Livorno arrival (Feb 23) on reverse. The datestamp used as a canceller at this date is rare. A charming cover. Signed Todd AIEP. Cert. Bottachi (1999).
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF