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Lot# 7445 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 7445 Mexico

    1872: Tampico District 12 c. blue and marginal pair of 25 c. red (40-73), used on 26 June 1873 cover to Bordeaux tied by oval "FRANCO EN / TAMPICO" in black (Schatzkes fig. 1582). Carried by RMSP "Corsica" to St. Thomas and from there by the "Elbe" to London where "GB / 1F 60c." accountancy marking applied in black. Calais entry marking (July 30) and charged at triple rate with '36' décimes charge marking (above 20 grams). Scarce and fine.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF