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Lot# 5844 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 5844 Egypt Kingdom

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    Postage Due 1872: 1 pi. red, perf. 12½ x 13½, used example on 1875 underpaid cover to Mansura tied by "V.R. Poste Egiziane / Zagazig / Stazione" datestamp (Dec 1). Struck with framed "AFFRANCATURA / INSUFFICIENTE" in black with handstruck "3" due marking applied in black (found to be double weight, 1 pi. due + 1 pi. for double the deficiency). Mansura arrival (same day) on reverse of a fine cover.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100 CHF