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Lot# 6163 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 6163 France

    1854: Entire from Bayonne to Guadalajara, Mexico, endorsed "Par Londres Paquebot Anglais", bearing Napoléon imperf. 80 c. carmine, a superb example with large to enormous margins with parts of two neighbouring stamps, tied by Petits Chiffres '295' numeral lozenge. Framed "P.P." in red, despatch cds (Feb 24, 57) and London transit cds (Feb 26) in red alongside, reverse with two French ambulant cds's. An appealing part paid item, the adressee had to pay '2' (reales) due upon arrival. 
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF