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  • Lot# : 998 France

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    1875: Cover to Bordeaux with fine combination franking of Argentina 1868 5 c. vermilion (Scott 68) tied by Buenos Aires cds in black and France 1871/75 Cérès 25 c. blue in a horizontal strip of four all tied by 'Anchor' lozenge of dots struck in blue. Carried on the Paquebot 'Rio Grande' and struck with octagonal BUENOS-AYRES / PAQ. FR. J. No.6 datestamp (Nov 26) in red (Salles fig. 1073). Bordeaux arrival cds on reverse (Dec 30). Some edge wear to envelope and minor imperfections but a very scarce and attractive cover. Cert. Holcombe (1997).
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 400 CHF