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Lot# 1702 - 177-180 Auction

  • Lot# : 1702 Russia

    1909: Arms 4 k. red postal stationery card sent registered to St. Thomas, DWI, up-rated for registration with Arms 10 k. blue tied by "Rostov" cds of despatch and sent via London (Feb 9). Registration label at left tied by framed "ST. THOMAS" registration cachet in violet of arrival (Feb 24). Card returned-sadly the message reads: 'On 16 June 1908 I sent you 71 stamps value 17/5d. and I wish to know when I can expect yours in exchange...'. Card also has bilingual "Parti" label tied on re-arrival in Rostov. Rare usage to an extraordinary destination.
    Starting bid : 160 CHF
    Hammer price : 190 CHF