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Lot# 580 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 580 French India

    Yanam 1887: India ½ a. blue-green popstal stationery envelope used to Orleansville, Algeria cancelled by "YANAM" cds (Dec 29) in black. Underpaid and struck with framed "POSTAGE DUE / 5 annas" in black with circular "T" mark at right. Taxed again on arrival in Algeria with 30 c. black pair tied by manuscript cross. Reverse of cover with nine transit or arrival (Feb 2, 1888) datestamps. An unusual usage.
    Starting bid : 200.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,900.00 CHF