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Lot# 6636 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 6636 Italy

    Regno, usage of Sardinian adhesives 1861 (Apr 8): Entire letter from Popri to Grosseto, bearing Sardinia IV. emission 10 c. 'grigio bistro scuro', a fine and fresh example with good to large margins, tied by crisp thimble POPRI despatch cds in black (Sassone AR = 5 punti), reverse with Arezzo, Firenze & Livorno transit as well as Grosseto arrival (Apr. 10) cds's. Special Tuscany rate valid until the end of 1862. Signed A. Diena.rnNote: Sardinian definitives became valid in Tuscany from May 1, 1861. This covers showsa preliinary usage nearly one monthe prior to the official date.
    Starting bid : 100 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold