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Lot# 5556 - Auction 265-273

  • Lot# : 5556 Peru

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    1843 (Aug 25): Entire letter frorm Lima to Arequipa endorsed "Vapor Peru", struck with brilliant strike of "VAPOR PERU / P." in black and rated '2½' reales in manuscript for the inland postage. "ISLAY" transit handstamp in oxidised red (Colareta fig. 1 = 40 pts.) at right. Small acid ink fault at base but of superb appearance and very rare.
    Starting bid : 350.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 750.00 CHF