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Lot# 1607 - 177-180 Auction

  • Lot# : 1607 Poland

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    1779 (Feb 12): Entire letter written from Krakow to Hodimont by Verviers, with manuscript "Cracou" in red at top, letter number '18' deleted and rate markings (all three deleted): '15', '22 ½' (in red ink), and '30' with final '32' rate marking not deleted and being the charge in Stuyvers to collect on arrival in Hodimont (Austrian Netherlands at this time). The letter carried by the Thurn & taxis Post via Vienna, the Contract having been ratified on March 1, 1777 with Karl Anselm, Prince of Thurn & Taxis. A rare and fine entire that displays well.
    Starting bid : 220 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF