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Lot# 6329 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 6329 Papal state

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    Primo giorno di uso dell'annullatore italiano 1868 (March): 20 c. 'solferino', a fine and fresh example in a deep vibrant shade, tied by Sardinian-type 'bollo a rombi' obliterator, Bourbon-style "ROMA 28 SET. 70" despatch cds alongside, on cover to Acri, reverse with two transit and ACRI arrival (Oct 2) cds's. Correctly franked with a 20 c. Pontifical adhesive to pay the Italian inland rate, only eight days after Rome came under Italian rule. The adhesive was tied by a Sardinian obliterator, on its first day of use. An exceptionally interesting item full of postal history content. Signed Bargagli; certs. A. Diena (1970), E. Diena (1987) Sassone = € 1'800.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 380 CHF