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Lot# 3396 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 3396 France

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    Ville D'Orléans (Ballon Monté #33) 1870: 'Mandal Mail'. Entire letter endorsed 'par Ballon Monté' addressed to Assola, Italy the (40 centime) adhesive floated off due to immersion in sea water with 'Paris' despatch cds (Nov 24, levée 5) in black with two strikes of red 'P.D.' adjacent. The writing affected by the immersion but with datestamps of Firenze (Florence) on reverse (Dec 13). Scarce destination for this flight Maury = € 1'750.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 850 CHF