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Lot# 2970 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 2970 French Levant

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    French Post Offices in Dobrudja 1867: France 10 c. bistre brown (2) and singled 40 c. orange, used on 1868 entire letter from Ismail via Tulcea / Tulscha to Palermo, all neatly cancelled by "5102" gros chiffres of Tulcea / Tulscha, with framed "PD" and pearled "TULSCHA / TURQ. D'EUROPE" cds at right (June 14). Reverse with Constantinople cds (June 16), and Messina and Palermo cds's (June 23). A very rare and particularly beautiful cover. Signed E. Diena, Calves.
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 6,500 CHF