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Lot# 7292 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 7292 Switzerland

    Switzerland 1885 (Feb 25): Etiquette of a business papers mailing from Morges to St. Claude, sent completely unpaid, struck by perfect MORGES despatch cds and French T handstamp, handwritten note '4p' for a fourth rate item. Upon arrival a timbre taxe type Duval 2 fr. black was added showing an indistinct St. Claude cancellation. Tax stamp with blunted perforation, nevertheless an exceptionally high franking Maury TT 23 = € 8'500.
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 850 CHF