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Lot# 3511 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 3511 Italy

    Period of invalidity 1863 (March 2): Cover from Parma to Torino, bearing 1863 Tipo Sardegna 15 c. blue, a fine and fresh adhesive, tied by fair PARMA cds. Reverse with TORINO cds and distribution cachet of the next day. An appealing item full of postal history, in this case the cover was first taxed, then de-taxed. Signed A. Diena.rnNote: This issue was first valid only for two months until the end of February, but at the beginning of March it was decided to prolong its period of use until end of 1863. One can find letters despatched on March 2/3, 1863 which had been first taxed with double the deficieny, then detaxed. After March 3, the stamp could be used without problem.
    Starting bid : 100.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 100.00 CHF