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Lot# 4175 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 4175 Great Britain

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    1873/80: 3 d. rose, Plate 15, wmk. Spray, lettered QB, a used example on 1874 cover to Paris tied by fine strike of circular CALEDONIAN T.P.O. / DAY UP datestamp (Oct 15) in black; with oval red 'PD' below and Calais transit (Oct 17). Further strike of the TPO cds on reverse with Paris arrival. Slight tear in envelope not affecting the appearance or adhesive, a fine and rare cover - addressed to Sir Francis Knollys, the secretary to the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF