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Lot# 6171 - Auction 257-264

  • Lot# : 6171 Russian Levant

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    Russian Company for Steam Navigation & Trade 1861: Mourning envelope addressed to the British Vice Consul in Alexandretta, struck with fine framed COMPAGNIE RUSSE / SMYRNE datestamp in black (Tchilinghirian fig. 147) with dates sideways and transposed (Nov 10), rated '15' (presumably soldi) due upon receipt in red crayon. Reverse with docketing "Rec. 27/11/61". Flap missing but rare, especially so to this destination.
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF