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Lot# 6776 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 6776 Italy

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    1867 (Feb 4): Lettersheet written in Zante on the Ionian Islands abd directed to Genova, bearing 1865 (Jan) 'Ferro di cavallo' 20 on 15 c. 'azzuro celeste' in Type III, a fresh adhesives with some perf irregularities at the right side, tied by framed "PIROSCAFI POSTALI AUSTRIACI" shipmail handstamp in black, another information strike alongside. Reverse with Greek KERKYRA (Jan 26, julian) and Italian BRINDISI (Feb 10) transit cds's. Paid only for the Italian part of the journey, therefore taxed with '6' (decimi) upon arrival. Interesting cover despatched directly at the vessel of the Austrian Lloyd, signed A. Diena.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold