Lot# 189 - Auction 291-297
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Lot# : 189 Mauritius
"Split Rates" 1863/72: 4 d. rose and 6 d. dull violet used on 1866 cover to Sunbury, Middlesex endorsed "via Marseilles" tied by "B53" obliterators in black, paying the under ¼ ounce rate. Struck on despatch with "5½d." Accountancy marking in red for amount due to the UK. Carried by P&O "Norma" to Suez and the "Pera" from Alexandria to Marseille. Reverse with Mauritius despatch cds (April 7) and London arrival (May 5). Cover with closed tear away from adhesives but scarce.Starting bid : 100.00 CHFHammer price : 280.00 CHF