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  • Lot# : 5540 Egypt Kingdom

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    1898 (Feb 19): Cover endorsed 'Active Service, No Stamps Available here, Abu Hamad', mailed from the Sudan to Alexandria by a Lieutenant (signed at lower left), struck with HALFA cds of despatch with framed 'T' mark alongside, charged at the Soldier's rate of 3 m. with 1889 Postage Due 2 m. green and diagonally bisected 2 m. green tied by 'Alexandrie' cds of arrival (March 1). Some trivial aging but scarce Gi = £ 250/Nile Post PD15a = $ 125 (on piece).

    Note: 3 milliemes was the postage, there was no 'double deficiency' charged on mail from the Sudan as most letters were from Military personnel.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 550 CHF