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Lot# 5091 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 5091 Brasil

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    1843 (Feb 20): Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to London, internally endorsed 'pr. Linnet' but externally endorsed 'p. Hebe', struck on arrival with fine two line SWANSEA / SHIP LETTER in black (Robertson S4), displaying well on flap. London arrival (May 15) in red. Charged at double the 8d. rate with manuscript '1/4d.' due to pay. A fine and scarce cover.rnrnProvenance: Collection Paulo Comelli RDP, Investphila, March 2012, Lugano.
    Starting bid : 120 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF