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Lot# 7447 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 7447 Mexico

    1872: Merida District 25 c. red, imperforate (27-73), a fine example used on reverse of 1873 opened for display cover to Bordeaux tied by boxed and dated "MERIDA / FEBRERO 25" in black (Schatzkes fig. 785). Carried via New York with circular "NEW YORK / BR. TRANSIT" cds (March 12) in black and London (March 25) where struck with framed "GB / 3F 60c." accountancy applied in black with US '5' cents credit mark at right. Charged '15' décimes due upon receipt (March 26). Slight repair to tear at side of envelope but a most attractive and scarce usage. 
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF