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Lot# 1101 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 1101 Peru

    1874: Official cover to the President of the Hydrographic Commission in Yquitos, handstamped with oval sender's marking of the Minister of War and Marine in blue, with "Lima" cds of despatch at top (May 14). Reverse with straight line "MOYOBA" (Moyobamba) handstamp of transit in black (Lamy & Rinck fig. 1) and docketing "Official letter from the Minister of War and Marine, Genl. N. Freyse". The onward journey to Yquitos (over 500 kms.) would have been by river. Rare.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold