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Lot# 778 - 191-195 Auction

  • Lot# : 778 Ecuador

    1777: Cover to Popayan struck with truncated GUAYAQUIL handstamp in sepia faded red ink with equally fine strike of FRANCA handstamp alongside in same ink (Guinovart & Tizon 1 = EXT, the 'Franca' unlisted). Rare and splendid cover, five years earlier than Harris recorded strike. Ex collection Dr. Grosswirth.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF