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Lot# 3525 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 3525 Italy

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    1865 (Nov 27): Double rate envelope from Livorno to Point de Galle, Ceylon, endorsed "Via Ancona & Brindisi", bearing 1863 DLR printing 60 c. 'lilla chiaro', a fresh and fine horizontal pair, tied by LIVORNO cds, "P.D." handstamp, framed "PIROSCAFI POSTALI ITALIANI" handstamp and "GALLE UNPAID DE 22 65" cds alongside. Reverse with ALEXANDRIA transit (Dec 4) cds. The correct postage for a double rate envelope (7.5-15 gramms) with British vessel from Alexandria would have been twice 90 centesimi, a rate in force until December 1870. The cover was therefore taxed upon arrival. A very early cover to this elusive destination, in addition a fine entire, signed A. Diena.
    Starting bid : 300.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,200.00 CHF