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Lot# 576 - 202-204 Auction

  • Lot# : 576 Peru

    1874: Postage Due 5 c. vermilion, horizontal pair applied to reverse of in-coming 1876 cover from Great Britain, cancelled by Lima cds (Dec 18) in black; franked on front by 1873/80 Huth perfinned 6 d. grey pl. 15 and 1 s. green pl. 12 (Gi 147+150) tied by London duplexes (Nov 15) in black. The Dues slightly off the edge of cover but fresh and fine, a scarce usage that displays well.

    Note: Peru did not join the U.P.U. until April 1, 1879.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 440 CHF