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Lot# 3159 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 3159 France

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    Ballon monté 1870 (Oct 17): Entire letter carried on board of balloon no. 15 'Victor Hugo' to Jersey, Channel Islands, franked with Napoléon laureated 10 c. bistre and 20 c. blue, two fresh and fine examples, tied by light Paris SC cds in red with framed "P.D." in black alongside and clear Jersey arrival cds (Oct 25) on reverse (opened out for presentation purposes). Entire belonging to the well-known correspondence of Mr. Hardon to his family at the island of Jersey. Signed Calves Maury = € 450 + 1'100 + 1'250.
    Starting bid : 400.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 460.00 CHF