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  • Lot# : 6541 Italy

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    1863 (Dec 26): Envelope from Como to Rome, bearing 1863 DLR 5 c. 'verde grigio' and 15 c. 'celeste', two fresh and fine examples, cancelled by light COMO despatch cds in black with information strike and "P.F." handstamp alongside. Reverse with Milano & Firenze transit as well as ROMA arrival (Dec 29) cds's. Correct franking paying the rate until the Papal border, the receiver had to pay '6' (bajocchi) for the rest of the journey. The usage of the PF handstamp is rarely seen on these part paid letters to the Papal States, from the first month of the DLR adhesives. Signed Zanaria; cert. Serra (2005).
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF