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Lot# 6208 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 6208 France

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    1870: Cover from Abbeville to Hesdin, Pas-de-Calais in the zone occupied by German troops, bearing a horizontal pair of Bordeaux 10 c. bistre report 1, a fine and fresh multiple with large to enormous margins all round, tied by Petits Chiffres des Gros Chiffres '1' numeral lozenge, light despatch cds (March 14, 71) alongside. The obverse was also struck with "TAXE ALLEMANDE" handstamp and taxed with '2' (décimes) upon arrival. Reverse with Arras transit and arrival (March 16) cds's. Cover opened roughly showing some wear and tear, nevertheless an interesting item which was taxed for the part of the journey in the occupied zone.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 180 CHF