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Lot# 501 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 501 French India

    1815: Entire letter from Pondichery to Major de Havilland of the Corps of Engineers in Madras, endorsed at top "30th June" and "1½ f." (fanams) - the single letter rate for up to 100 miles. Reverse with fair oval framed "POST PAID / PONDICHERY" handstamp in black. Arricator on reverse but a scarce and very early entire.
    Starting bid : 200.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100.00 CHF