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Lot# 5393 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 5393 Egypt Kingdom

    Second Issue 1867: 10 pa. bright mauve, a vertically bisected example on 1872 "La Trombetta" newspaper no. 671, locally within Alexandria tied by "V.R. Poste Egiziane / Alessandria" cds in black (Jan 10), during the grace period after the introduction of the third issue. Tape stain as usual below the adhesive but a very rare usage, most examples are found with the stamp diagonally bisected. Signed Todd AIEP Gi = £ 750 off cover.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 950 CHF