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Lot# 5553 - 196-201 Auction

  • Lot# : 5553 Egypt Kingdom

    1904: Cover sent unpaid from Arnhem, Netherlands (Dec 24) to a passenger on Steamship 'Oranje' at Suez. Taxed on arrival at Port Tewfik with 1889 2 pi. orange (Jan 2, 1905), and forwarded on again to Batavia. Reverse with Netherland Indies 10 c. and 15 c. Postage Dues tied by 'Weltvreden' squared circle datestamps (Feb 19). Some age spots but a scarce cover that would benefit by being opened for display.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF