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  • Lot# : 1453 Greece

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    1867 (Jan 1/13): Cover from Patras to Genoa endorsed "via Corfu & Brindisi", struck with "Patras" despatch in black,carried on Greek Steamer to Corfu and thence by Italian Steamer to Brindisi-struck with framed small cartridge "Piroscafi-Postali-Italiani" in black on front. Reverse with rare (erroneous) usage of BRINDISI-UF.O VAGLIA (Brindisi Money Order Office) datestamp in black (Jan 17) and charged 60 centesemi due in black on arrival (Jan 19). A most unusual cover.
    Starting bid : 160 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold