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Lot# 1181 - 202-204 Auction

  • Lot# : 1181 Egypt Kingdom

    British P.O. in Suez 1868 (March 14): Cover to the Survey Department, Ceylon franked by Great Britain 1867 6 d. lilac (2) tied by BO2 obliterators with SUEZ single ring datestamp of despatch below in black, reverse with 'Galle / Unpaid' and 'Colombo / Unpaid' cds's (April 1) and readdressed to Dimbula with 'Unpaid' cds of the following day and manuscript '1d.' charge to pay. Minor imperfections but an unusual destination cover.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 850 CHF