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Lot# 1535 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 1535 Great Britain

    British Forces in Bulgaria prior to the Crimean Campaign 1854 (Aug 9): Cover and full contents from Monasteri, Bulgaria (preumably the ancient ruined Monastery north of Varna) written by Capt. Thomas of the Royal Horse Artillery to Bromley, Kent endorsed "via Marseilles", and charged "3d." due on arrival at concessionary rate; with interesting content recounting the sad story of an Officer taking his own life by drinking an entire vial of laudanum.rnrn 
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 150 CHF