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  • Lot# : 910 Mexico

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    Tampico 1856: 1 r. yellow, a fine example used on 1857 cover to Vera Cruz, tied by "FRANCO / SANTA ANNA DE TAMAULIPAS" circular datestamp (Oct 31) in black (Schatzkes fig. 1585). Passed to British P.O. with manuscript "1/-" prepaid in red ink and struck with circular "♚ / PAID AT TAMPICO" in red. Reverse with fine strike of double arc TAMPICO datestamp of the British P.O. (Oct 31) in red. Superb and rare cover. Signed Todd AIEP.rnProvenance: Collection Isaac Backal, Soler y Llach, Barcelona, 7 Nov 1990, lot 5083.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF