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Lot# 4106 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 4106 Great Britain

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    1856 (Nov 1): 1 s. pale green, wmk. Emblems, a used example on 1860 cover from Glasgow to the Burgomaster of Riga, endorsed 'via Belgium' tied by 'Glasgow / 159' duplex in black (April 27). Oval 'P' and circular 'Aus England Par Aachen / Franco' in red (April 29) on front. Reverse with boxed and dated Cyrillic arrival datestamp. A scarce destination, the rate was 11½ d. but the ½ d. adhesive stamp had yet to be issued.
    Starting bid : 120 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF