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Lot# 413 - 182-185 Auction

  • Lot# : 413 France

    1871 (Jan 9): Entire letter carried on Ballon Monté 'Le Gambetta' addressed to Marseille, franked by Cérès 1870 20 c., blue tied by Paris Star 16 with Rue de Palestro cds alongside. The Ballon left Paris on Jan 10 and landed safely 22 kms. from Auxerre. Marseille arrrival (Jan 13) on reverse of a fine entire.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF