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Lot# 944 - Auction 298-307

  • Lot# : 944 Niger Coast Protectorate

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    1899: Soldier's Letter to Lee, London, endorsed at top "From No. 85288 R.A. Sergt. J. Smith, No. 3 Battery, RA, West Africa" and, at base, "On Active Service, no Stamps Obtainable", the reverse with "THE ROYAL NIGER COMPANY / CHARTERED & LIMITED / 29 MAY 1899 / POST OFFICE / BURUTU" handstamp in violet (Gi Type 6). Charged with handstruck "2d." due to pay in violet on obverse. Soiling and restoration to envelope at left but a scarce cover.
    Starting bid : 450 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold