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Lot# 5211 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 5211 France

    1868: Envelope from the French Troops in the Papal States to Riberac, bearing Napoléon laureated 20 c. blue type II, a fine example with vivid colour and good perforation, tied by light 'CER 2' lozange in red, corresponding despatch "CORPS EXPÉDre 2 ROME 2 26 JUIL. 70" cds in red alongside, reverse with two ambulant cds's and arrival cds (July 31). An interesting cover of the utmost beauty, franked correctly at the military concession rate.
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,700 CHF