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Lot# 3364 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 3364 British Guyana

    1863/76: 12 c. brownish purple, perf. 12½-13, used on 1874 cover from Georgetown to St. George's, Bermuda endorsed 'Paid' and 'Via St. Thomas', tied by "A03" obliterator with manuscript '4' British credit in red at right. Reverse with embossed "Customs / British Guiana" Crown crest, 'Georgetown / B. Guiana' double ring datestamp (Sept 26) and St. Thomas arrival cds (Oct 2). Faults incl. corner to cover with repaired tear but a most unusual destination - addressed to a member of the Darrell family.rnrn 
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF