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    Ville D'Orléans (Ballon Monté #33) 1870: Siège 20 c. blue used on entire letter from beseiged Paris to Tonneins, tied by '35' Paris Star with corresponding 'Paris / Ministere des Finances' despatch cds (Nov 21 / levée 6). Reverse with rare circular "DIRECTION GÉNÉRALE DES MANUFACTURES DE L'ETAT / MINISTÈRE DES FINANCES " cachet in black (the letter concerns tobacco supplies) and Tonniens arrival cds (Dec 11). Scarce and fine entire.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF