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Lot# 613 - Auction 265-273

  • Lot# : 613 Ethiopia

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    Abyssinian Field Force 1868: Incoming envelope addressed to Capt. Elliot, Madras Sappers & Miners, Field Force, Abyssinia endorsed 'via Bombay' franked by India 1866 4 a. green, Die I, tied by "Bangalore / 10" duplex (Jan 1) in black. Reverse with Bombay transit (Jan 6) and ribboned "Too Late" on obverse, partial strike of  circular "FIELD FORCE POST OFFICE / ABYSSINIA" datestamp in red, and forwarded in manuscript to (the Pass of) "Koomay loo". Part flap missing and one or two closed envelope tears but rare.
    Starting bid : 750.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100.00 CHF