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Lot# 5181 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 5181 France

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    1854: Double rate Entire letter from Montbeliard to Langenthal, Switzerland, endorsed "Par Porrentruy" and bearing Napoléon imperf. 80 c. dark carmine on straw 'carmin foncé sur paille', a fine and fresh example with regular large margins, cancelled by light Petits Chiffres '2069' lozenge. Despatch cds (May 28, 1857) and framed "P.D." in red alongside, reverse with Porrentruy and Bern transit as well as arrival cds from the next day. Attractive cover with single stamp usage to cover the double rate abroad Maury 17Ac = € 250.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF