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Lot# 6342 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 6342 Nova Scotia

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    1851/60: 6 d. deep green on bluish, a fine and fresh example with good to large margins, lightly tied by 'Bars in Oval' obliterator and "ST. JOHN N.B." transit cds (July 14, 1859) to cover to Winchendon, Massachusetts. Reverse with indistinct despatch cds (July 11, 1859) in black, obverse with red "PAID 10" in circle denoting the US postage paid. Opened for presentation purposes on three sides, an appealing cover paying the 6 d. rate for ½ ounce to the United States. Cert. Holcombe (1991).
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF