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Lot# 6172 - Auction 265-273

  • Lot# : 6172 France

    1862: Envelope from a serviceman of the French expeditionnary forces in Mexico to Paris, bearing Napoléon perf. 20 c. blue, a fresh and fine example, tied by 'CEM C' lozenge, superb "CORPS EXP MEXIQUE Bau C 10 DEC 63" despatch cds in black alongside. Reverse with arrival cds (Jan 15, 1864). A most attractive cover showing the military concessionary rate from Mexico which was identical to the metropolitan rate. Maury = € 1'800
    Starting bid : 400.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 400.00 CHF