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Lot# 6120 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 6120 France

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    1854: Cover from Paris to Napoli, Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, bearing Napoléon imperf. 80 c. carmine type I and 20 c. dark blue type I, two fine and fresh examples with even large margins, tied by 'Grands points carrés' mute obliterator, PARIS despatch cds (Jan 15, 56) in black, framed "AFFRANCHISSEMENT INSUFFISANT" handstamp and Napoli rate control stamp, both in red alongside. Reverse with NAPOLI arrival (Jan 21) cds in red. Horizontal file fold well away from the franking, nevertheless an interesting piece of postal history, underpaid by 40 centimes and therefore taxed upon arrival.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold