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  • Lot# : 5017 Egypt Kingdom

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    1801 (Sept 1): Entire letter written from Alexandria to Scotland, address faint but manuscript at top 'Supposed St. Andrews', struck with fine oval 'Ship Lre. / Crown / PORTSMOUTH' in black, initially charged at '10d.' and altered to '1/2d.' due on delivery (Nov 19) with red Bishop mark on front and London transit (Nov 15) in red on reverse. The letter reads 'I am happy to inform you that the articles of Capitulation were signed yesterday' at Alexandria. An extremely rare entire.
    Starting bid : 600 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,200 CHF