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  • Lot# : 3034 Colombia

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    Cartago-Cali-Popayan Route 1797 (July 29): Entire letter from the Postmaster in Cali to the Royal Officers in Popayan, distance 38 leagues / 212 kms., struck with CALY~ handstamp in red with crooked bar to "A" in "Caly" and with "~" (Tizon 2 = EXT) and straight line FRANCA above (Tizon 4 = RRR). Sent under Official despatch and thus free of charges, the entire was mailed with 22 pesos in silver coins. A delightful and extremely rare cover.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,000 CHF