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Lot# 6191 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 6191 Haiti

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    1885 (Aug): 5 c. green, plate III, perf. 13½, the famous used block of six (positions 22-24 / 42-44) on triple rate cover to Munchmeyer in Hamburg endorsed "per R.M. Str. via Jacmel" tied by "Port au Prince / Haiti" circular datestamps (Oct 4) in black with Hamburg arrival cds on reverse (Aug 25). A spectacular and rare cover - the earliest known usage of the 5 c. from plate III and the largest used multiple on or off cover.rnrnProvenance: Collection Bruno Sabattini, Postilijonen, Malmo, 30 Sept 2000, lot 98.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold