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  • Lot# : 6455 Sicily

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    1859: 2 gr. 'cobalto scuro' carta di Napoli, from plate I, a horizontal pair from plate positions 48-49, a fresh and fine multiple with good to huge margins all round, tied to cover by 'ferro di cavallo' handstamp, "PALERMO PARTENZA 1 FEB. 59" despatch cds alongside, on cover to Grigenti. Appealing usage of a rare shade paying the 4 grana rate for a letter of 2 sheets. Signed Avanzo & A. Diena; cert. E. Diena (1985) Sassone = € 7'000+.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF