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  • Lot# : 1209 Bulgaria

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    Catalogue# : 4
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    1879: 50 centimes black & blue, a single example used on 1882 registered cover to Russia tied by 'Star in Circle' handstamp with bilingual RAZGRAD cds alongside (Sept 25) and fine registration cachet in same ink at right (postage 25 c. + registration 25 c.). Reverse with bilingual Roustchouk cds (Sept 26), Urgeni transit cds's (Sept 28 and 29) and St. Petersburg datestamps (Oct 3). Minor edge wear to envelope mentioned for accuracy but an exceptional and rare first issue cover. Signed Grobe.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,200 CHF