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Lot# 3147 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 3147 France

    French Shipmail towards the Americas 1873 (Jan 31): Double rate cover from Paris to Santiago de Chile, endorsed "Voie de Bordeaux & Magellan", bearing Siège 40 c. in combination with pair Cérès 1871 80 c. rose, fine and fresh adhesives, cancelled by 'PGSO' Railway lozenge with matching "PARIS / GARE DU SUD-OUEST" despatch (Jan 31, 73) cds and framed "P.P." in red alongside. Reverse with Paris - Bordeaux ambulant and Bordeaux transit (Feb 1) cds's. Handstruck '25' centavos due upon arrival. Some minor staining, nevertheless an attractive Shipmail usage, signed Calves.
    Starting bid : 200.00 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold