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Lot# 7467 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 7467 Peru

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    1868/72: Lecoq 1 d. green, a single example used on 1870 cover from Lima to France tied by "Lima" cds (Nov 21) in black. Reverse with British P.O. CALLAO cds in black (Nov 24) and circular "PANAMA TRANSIT" cds (Nov 30) in black. Carried from Colon by French Steamer "Floride" with circular "*LIGNE B* / PAQ. FR. No. 1" in black on reverse, and rare usage of the "COL. FR. PAQ. FR. / ST.NAZAIRE1" in red (Jan 9, 1871), used during the Franco-Prussian War (Salles fig. 1351) and charged with handstruck '12' décimes in black. Bourron arrival (Jan 27) on reverse, again a delay due to the War. Imperfections to the envelope at left but rare.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF