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Lot# 5264 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 5264 Cuba

    Cuba under Spanish rule 1855: ½ real blackish-green on bluzed paper, two single examples and a horizontal pair, used on 1855 registered cover to Havana cancelled by oval network handstamps in black with framed "CERTIF." and six "0" weight marks denoting registration at edges. "MATANZAS / ISLA DE CUBA" somewhat unclear despatch cds inm same ink (Dec 6). Havana arrival cds (Dec 7) and docketing of receipt by addressee on reverse. Diagonal cover crease not greatly affecting the appearance of an early and rare registered cover.
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF