Lot# 6518 - Auction 298-307
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Lot# : 6518 Italy
1874 (April 5): Double rate registered Cover from Milano to Marseille, bearing 1866 Torino printing 60 c. 'lilla' (2) and 10 c. 'giallo ocra', three fine examples, few nibbed perfs, tied by '17' numeral obliterator. Matching MILANO despatch cds, "P.D." and framed RACCOMANDATO handstamps in black as well as French "ITALIE 7 AVRIL 74 MARSEILLE" entry cds in red alongside. Reverse with MARSEILLE arrival (April 7) cds. Horizontal file fold well away from the franking, part of backflap missing, nevertheless a most interesting and rare usage sent registered abroad with twice 40 c. for the postage and additional 50 c. registration fee.Starting bid : 100 CHFHammer price : 100 CHF