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Lot# 6670 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 6670 Mexico

    Colima 1861: 4 r. black on yellow, a sheet marginal example vertically bisected to pay the 2 reales rate, neatly tied to May 1861 cover to Mexico City by oval framed "FRANQUEADO / EN / COLIMA" handstamp in black (Schatzkes fig. 178). Scarce and most attractive cover. Signed Todd AIEP Scott = $ 190+.rnrnProvenance: Collection "R.H.S.", Soler & Llach, Barcelona, 22 March 1994, lot 130.rnrn 
    Starting bid : 160 CHF
    Hammer price : 360 CHF