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  • Lot# : 5625 Egypt Kingdom

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    Latakia 1871: Entire letter written in arabic from Latakia (Syria) to Alexandria, franked by 1867 1 pi. red tied by bold strike of V. R. POSTE EGIZIANE / LATAKIA cds in black with exceptional strike alongside at right. Reverse with Alexandria Egyptian P.O. arrival cds (Sept 19). Illustrated in colour in Smith on the dust-jacket. The Latakia Office was open from July 1870 until February 1872, however, this is the sole cover recorded and a rarity of both Egyptian and Levant Postal History. Signed Sorani, Todd AIEP.

    Provenance: Collection William C. Hinde (Oct 1957), lot 451; Collection Emile Antonini (April 1983), lot 32321
    Starting bid : 3,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 30,000 CHF