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Lot# 5734 - 196-201 Auction

  • Lot# : 5734 Sudan

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    First Nile Expedition 1885: Soldier's concession rate cover to London endorsed 'On Active Service, No Stamps Available' at top, struck with superb Star & Crescent KORTI bilingual datestamp (March 9) in black (Stagg 15) with square 'T' mark alongside. Charged on arrival with handstruck '2½' pence due (not doubled due to Military concession). Cover tear at top and flap missing but scarce, also five further Egyptian stamps used in Korti.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF