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Lot# 3384 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 3384 France

    Ville D'Orléans (Ballon Monté #33) 1870: 'Mandal Mail'. Complete "Dépêche-Ballon" No. 6, printed newspaper from beseiged Paris to Alençon, the (20 centime) adhesive floated off due to immersion in sea water, with 'Paris / Rue Aligre' despatch cds (Nov 23 / levée 4), framed "P.P." denoting no additional payment due. Reverse with Alençon arrival cds (Dec 11). Rare and attractive. Signed Roumet. Maury = € 7'000.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF