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  • Lot# : 5753 Sudan

    Third Suakin Expedition 1896: India 1 a.on 9 pi. red Soldiers' and Seamen's envelope, a used example to Lahore from a Bearer for Dr. Ogilvie written from TOKAR, cancelled by 'No. 1 / FIELD P. O. / B' duplex (July 7) in black. Reverse with 'Sea Post Office / B' datestamp (July 20) and Lahore arrival cds (July 28). A generally fine and unusual cover, Tokar was the only Office opened besides Suakin.

    Note: The Indian Contingent to the Expedition arrived in Tokar in mid-June and left on November 9, 1896.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 360 CHF