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Lot# 1732 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 1732 Bosnia-Herzgovina (Austria)

    Austro-Hungarian Invasion 1878: Stampless cover from Petrovak to Libochowitz, Böhmen, sent by an Officer in Feldjäger Battalion No. 1, 3rd. Company in Petrovak, struck with "K. u. K. ETAPPEN-POSTAMT / No. XIII" datestamp (Nov 25) with "FRANCO" alongside, both in black. Reverse with Vienna (Dec 1) and Lobositz transit and Libochowitz arrival (Dec 2). The Feldpost at Petrovak opened on 9 October 1878. Slight trim to envelope at left but scarce. Ex collection Keith Tranmer.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 150 CHF