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Lot# 5046 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 5046 Bushire

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    1866/69c.: Cover from Bushire to Bombay struck on despatch with framed "BUSHIRE / P.O. / BEG. 4 ANNA" handstamp (RL Type A HS1) with "BUSHIER" single ring datestamp (March 21) adjacent (RL HS2) both in black. Reversse with Bombay arrival cds (March 30). Slight acid ink hole on address panel but these two despatch cancels are only recorded used for a four year period. An exceedingly rare and early cover.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold