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Lot# 6491 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 6491 Italy

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    1863 (Dec 12): Entire letter from Ceriale to Genova, bearing 1863 (Apr) 15 c. blue type II, tied by light CERIALE cds in blue (Sassone SV/GE = 13 Punti), a fair information strike alongside. Reverse with GENOVA arrival cds of the same day. A late and attractive usage of this adhesive in its last month. Sassone = € 9'000rnNote: Still valid, this issue was no more sold at the post offices after issuing the London De La Rue definitives on December 1st, 1863. Isolated examples which had been in the possession of the public are found to be used until the beginning of 1864.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold