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Lot# 807 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 807 Goldcoast

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    1898: 1 d. dull mauve & rose, a used example on 1899 cover to Wolverhampton endorsed "Per Mail Steamer" and "Urgent", tied by bold strike of "BEYIN / GOLD COAST" code C cds (Sept 22) in black. Repeated information strike at left and reverse with Axim transit (Sept 23) and Wolverhampton arrival cds (Oct 9). Some soiling but rare - no example of this datestamp on cover in Sacher - just one cover noted in thje 1991 "Ashanti" sale, this used on the same day. Rare.
    Starting bid : 120 CHF
    Hammer price : 160 CHF