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  • Lot# : 5800 Sudan

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    Kassala 1898: 'Last day' cover to Turin franked by Eritrea 45 c. sage green tied by CASSALA / CHEREN datestamp (Dec 25) in black, with repeated strike alongside. Reverse witth Massaua cds (Jan 10) of transit; also a small piece with Eritrea 1 c. bronze green tied by same datestamp (Dec 25, 1896). A fine pair.

    Note: By the Anglo-Italian Treaty of 1891, Italy received the right to occupy Kassala for the defence of Eritrea. Kassala was returned to the Sudan on December 25, 1898.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 440 CHF