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  • Lot# : 50 Imperial China

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    French Expeditionary Force in China 1853/60: 20 c. blue (three fine examples) all used on exceptional 1862 cover to Paris and tied by dotted CECC lozenge of dots in black with corresponding CORPS EXP. CHINE / BAU. G datestamp below (May 27). Sent registered and underpaid for the Soldier's Concessionary rate (framed red 'PD' deleted) and both PAYS ANG. V. SUEZ / MARSEILLE applied in red (July 12) deleted in manuscript and PAYS ETR. V. SUEZ / MARSEILLE substituted (July 12). "Affranchisement / Insuffisant" cachet left in red and rate box on reverse explaining charges of an extra "10" decimes to pay in manuscript. An astonishing and extremely rare cover, sensibly opened for Exhibit display.
    Starting bid : 9,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 22,000 CHF