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Lot# 3230 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 3230 Chile

    Incoming Mail 1871/75: France Siège 40 c. orange and 1871/75 80 c. carmine (2) used on 1874 double rate entire letter from Bordeaux (July 5) endorsed "Via Magellan 4ct, Str. John Elder" (a PSNC Steamer), tied by "Anchor" lozenge of dots with framed 'P.P.' below in red and circular 'Paq. Angl. B.M. (Bordeaux) in black (Salles fig. 1199). Struck on arrival (internally dated Aug 13) with '25' centavos due marking in red. A delightful entire and a rare routing.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF