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Lot# 6560 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 6560 Italy

    1880 (Oct 6): Entire letter from Genova to Mauritius, bearing 1866 Torino printing 30 c. 'bruno castano' in a 'Two Kings' mixed franking with 1879 Umberto 10 c. carmine, tied by clear barred '13' numeral obliterator with matching GENOVA despatch cds alongside. Reverse with "NAPOLI ARRIVO" transit (Oct 8) cds. Most unusual destination from Italy, a fine and fresh cover in the 40 centesimi UPU overseas rate.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 250 CHF