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Lot# 6408 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 6408 Sicily

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    1859: 2 gr. in the rare shade 'azzuro oltramare' from plate II, a fine and fresh horizontal pair from positions 3 & 4, left adhesive with substantial printing loss, good to huge margins, tied by 'ferro di cavallo' handstamp, clear two-line MESSINA cds (Jan 8, 59) alongside. Horizontal filing fold well away from adhesives and cancellation, stabilised from the interior, nevertheless an appealing double rate cover, in addition a very early usage. Signed A. Diena with shade identification, Mondolfo & Raybaudi Sassone = € 18'000+.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF