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Lot# 7115 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 7115 Transvaal

    1895: 6 d. pale dull blue, a single example used on 1896 cover from Johannesburg (Sept 30) to Paris, the adhesive annotated '2' alongside to denote double weight and circular "T" applied with octagonal "T / (25) / CENTIMES". On arrival the cover had four attempts at delivery and eventually re-addressed to Passy; with 1893 Postage Due 50 c. lilac tied by datestamps or by triangular handstamp in black. Typical scuffs due to handling but scarce.
    Starting bid : 75 CHF
    Hammer price : 140 CHF