Lot# 1817 - Auction 284 - 290
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Lot# : 1817 Austrian Levant
Austrian P.O.'s in Egypt 1864 (May): Entire letter written in Arabic, sent from Trieste to Alexandria with perfect oval "COL VAPORE DA TRIESTE" handstamp in black on arrival, with ALEXANDRIEN datestamp in same ink (May 25) on reverse. Charged '15' kreuzer due upon arrival. The 'Trieste' slug in the handstamp was removeable and 'Berutti' or 'Smirne' could be added as desired. Some acid ink, nevertheless a fine and attractive entire.Starting bid : 150 CHFHammer price : 320 CHF