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Lot# 5764 - 196-201 Auction

  • Lot# : 5764 Sudan

    1897: 5 m. rose-carmine, used example on 1897 cover to Alexandria dated in manuscript from Khandaq (June 5), cancelled by TRAVELLING POST OFFICE datestamp in black (at this date the sole T.P.O. in the Sudan was between Kerma and Halfa running along the East bank of the Nile). Reverse with Halfa cds and Alexandria (13.VI) arrival cds. A scarce usage of the first issue on an arabic addressed cover.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 400 CHF