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Lot# 6149 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 6149 France

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    1868: Envelope from the French Troops in the Papal States to Besançon, bearing Napoléon laureated 20 c. blue type I, a fine example with vivid colour and good perforation, tied by light 'CER' lozenge in red, corresponding despatch "CORPS EXPÉDre 2 ROME 2 12 DEC. 68" cds in red alongside, reverse with Marseille - Lyon ambulant and arrival (Dec 16) cds's. An interesting cover of the utmost beauty, franked correctly at the military concession rate. Cert. Vaccari (2000).
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF