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Lot# 3732 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 3732 Leeward Islands

    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 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold