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    1872: Lecoq 1 p. orange-yellow, a fine example used on 1876 underpaid cover to Montpellier, France tied by "Lima / Principal" cds (April 27). British P.O. "Callao" cds in black (April 28). Reverse with London cds of transit (May 30) in red and struck there with "T / 1-70" handstamp in blue. Thence via Calais (May 31) to destination with "23" décime handstruck charge marking in black. Some envelope wear and flap fault but a very rare stamp used on cover to an overseas destination.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,300 CHF