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  • Lot# : 2118 Malta

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    1861 (Oct 18): Cover to Messina, Sicily franked by Great Britain 1856 6 d. lilac tied by 'Malta/A25' duplex in black. Struck with rare INSUFFICENTLY PAID in black. Underpaid as letter found to be double weight, note manuscript '2', at upper left. Reverse with 'Messina' arrival cds (21/10) in black and charged due '12' (1 lire 20 centesimi) in manuscript. Tiny tear on face panel at base but rare.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF