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Lot# 5296 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 5296 Egypt Kingdom

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    French Post Offices 1862: France 80 c. carmine, a single example (Yvert 24) with corner fault used on 1865 cover to Livorno via Messina endorsed "par le bateau francais", tied by '5080' gros chiffres and by framed "PIROSCAFI / POSTALI / FRANCESI" handstamp in black. Marked "2" in manuscript as found to be double rate and struck with framed "AFFRANCHISEMENT / INSUFFISANT". Manuscript "12" décimes due on arrival (April 7) for double the 60 centimes deficiency. Scarce.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF