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Lot# 3632 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 3632 Panama

    1892: 2 c. rose, strip of five and Colombia 2½ c. dark blue on rose, 'RETARDO' (late fee), used on Panama French Canal Company stationery envelope; "COMPAGNIE NOUVELLE DU CANAL DE PANAMA"; from Panama to Northampton, England (typed address), dated 27 August 1901, tied by 'AGENCIA CORREOS NACIONAL / PANAMA' duplex in black, endorsed "via New York", with corresponding transit to reverse dated 27 August 1901, opening tears across top and horizontal filing crease to lower portion of envelope not affecting stamps, rare and attractive envelope with Colombia/Panama combination franking. Additionally, comes with a small envelope sent to the same recipient franked also with five 2 c. rose (irregular strip) and Colombia 2½ c. dark blue on rose, 'RETARDO', dated 12 November 1901, with arrival to reverse dated 28 November, some foxing, scarce cover and rare duo.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,400 CHF