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  • Lot# : 811 Colombia

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    1859: 10 c. deep orange, a fine example with large even margins all round in  a replendent shade, used on 23 February 1860 entire letter to Bogotá tied by oval framed "AMBALEMA / FRANCA" handstamp in blue, paying the single rate between 50 and 150 kms. The entire addressed to José Manuel Restrepo (1781-1863), historian, botanist and former Governor of Antioquia in 1819. A magnificent first issue entire in wonderful quality.rnProvenance: Collection Juan Santa María, Investphila, Lugano, Sept 2009, lot 406; Collection E. Langlais.
    Starting bid : 2,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold