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  • Lot# : 2054 India

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    Type 3. 1873: Cover to Torre del Greco, Naples via Brindisi franked by 1865 8 p. purple, 2 a. orange and 1866 4 a. deep green all tied by 'B/1' and Calcutta Company cachet. Reverse with Calcutta cds in red (Aug 12), circular SEA POST OFFICE / B datestamp (Oct 5) struck in black (with matching PD on front) at Bombay. Carried on the 'Nizam' arriving Suez on October 18, with Brindisi cds (Oct 22), Naples cds, Torre Del Greco arrival (Oct 23). A fresh and fine cover.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold