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  • Lot# : 5639 Egypt Kingdom

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    1879: 1 pi. rose, used on entire letter from Chios to Constantinople (Challiori correspondence), neatly tied by V. R. POSTE EGIZIANE / SCIO datestamp in black, with repeated strike at right (Aug 25). Reverse with V. R. POSTE EGIZIANE / COSTANTINOPOLI datestamp (Aug 28) of receipt. Extremely rare entire and most probably unique on this issue. Signed Todd AIEP.

    Note: The Consular P.O. on Chios was opened in April 1879, closing due to lack of revenue in June 1881.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,000 CHF