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  • Lot# : 1408 French Levant

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    1850c.: Entire letter written in arabic, mailed to Syra, Greece through French Post Office and struck with extremely rare italic "Tripoli / de Syrie" in black at top with framed "P.P." cachet alongside. Reverse with Smyrne French P.O. cds's (Nov 15) and Syros arrival cds in black. Small closed tear at top but a fine strike of a very rare handstamp.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 550 CHF