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Jerusalem 1854c.: Envelope with two well repaired holes in front panel, mailed from Jerusalem to Constantinople struck with two fine strikes of oval framed AGENZIA DEL LLOYD AUSTRIACO / GEHUSALEME struck in blue (Tchilinghirian fig. P). Reverse with rate notification '4/30' in manuscript for 30 kr. postage + 4 kr. for the Post Coach charge to Beirut. Extremely rare markings and one strike is both upright and superb.
Provenance: Collection Henry Houser, June 1992, lot 1210.
Gordon Torrey, Corinphila sale 99, June 1997, lot 9710.Starting bid : 2,000 CHFHammer price : 2,000 CHF -
