Lot# 3732 - Auction 284 - 290
Auction 284 - 290
-> British West Indies – The ‘BESANÇON’ Collection (part III)
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Lot# : 3732 Leeward Islands
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1890: 2½ d. dull mauve & ultramarine, a single example used on 1897 cover to Ottawa, Canada cancelled in transit by "St. John's / Canada" squared circle datestamp (Feb 11) with two strikes (one partial) of very rare "ST. JOHN NB / SHIP LETTER" in black at left. Further strike of the squared circle on reverse and Ottawa arrival (Feb12). A fine and attractive cover.Starting bid : 400 CHFHammer price : not sold -
