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Lot# 5338 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 5338 France

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    1867: Second sheet of an entire letter from Shanghai to Lyon, bearing Napoléon laureated 80 c. rose 'vif', a fine horizontal pair with fresh colour and good perforation, cancelled centrally by clear Gros Chiffres '5104' numeral obliterator, despatch "SHANG-HAI 8 JUIL. 69 Bau FRANCAIS" cds and framed PD in red alongside. Reverse with Lyon arrival cds's (Aug. 29). An attractive fully prepaid double rate cover from the French Consular PO in Shanghai to France, using either French or British vessels. Signed Amédée Brun.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 200 CHF