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Lot# 6157 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 6157 Finland

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    Catalogue# : Connell 1
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    Ångfartygs Aktiebolag Kusten was founded in 1914 with three ships initially plying between Åbo-Helsingfors, Åbo-Wasa and Helsingfors-Wiborg. The company added further ships, closing in 1942.rnrnCoastal Ships -  Åbo Area - Ångfartygs Aktiebolag Kusten 1914: Typeset issue "Å.L.K. / 50 Penni / Å. A. B." black on pink, perf. 11½ x imperforate vertically, four examples on a 1918 Bill of Lading from Wasa for four litres of wine, all four cancelled by straight line "Ångfartygs Aktiebolag Kusten." in red. Illustrated by Dr. Connell in 'The Letter and Parcel Stamps of the Finnish Shipping Companies' on page 139. Unique.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF