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  • Lot# : 462 India

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    1867 (Dec 15): Envelope from Mharwar to Natal, South Africa, endorsed "via Galle & Mauritius", bearing 1865 8 p. mauve (2) and 1867 6a.8p. slate, all three adhesives cancelled / tied by manuscript "stamped 8 annas", an indistinct obliterator and partially also by framed "INDIA PAID" handstamp in red. Reverse with MHARWAR despatch and BOMBAY transit (Dec 19) cds's in red as well as "PIETER-MARITEBURG NATAL" arrival (Deb 19, 1866) cds in black. A rare destination, correctly franked with this unusual combination to pay eight annas.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF