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Lot# 6506 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 6506 Italy

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    1867 (Nov 16): Quadruple rate envelope from Firenze to Philadelphia, USA, bearing 1863 DLR 60 c. 'lilla chiaro', a single example, two pairs and a strip of three, fresh and with overall fine perforation, tied by light '174' numeral obliterator with matching "FIRENZE / SUCCUR. N. 1" despatch cds, "P.D." in black and French  "ITALIE 13 NOV 67 LANSLEBOURG" entry cds in red alongside. An exceptional cover bearing one of the highest frankings with the 60 centesimi adhesive, correctly paying four times the 120 c. rate via France and with closed American packet to its destination, valid between 1863 and 1868. Signed A. Diena & Raybaudi; cert. Bottacchi (1999) Sassone = € 3'140.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF