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  • Lot# : 201 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine horizontal used pair, with large margins all round, used on reverse of 1845 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, with some repairs to the pair due to insect holes, neatly tied by rimless CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps (June 14) in black. The obverse showing manuscript "Pelo Vapor" endorsment and fine strike of CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE double circle datestamp (June 15). Despite the repair a fine cover demonstrating the 120 reis Maritime rate. Illustrated in Juchert on page 57. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Burrus (April 1963), lot 1307.

                       Hubbard (March 1975), lot 1535.
    Starting bid : 4,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 6,000 CHF

    Lot# : 202 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine horizontal used pair, with large margins all round, used on reverse of 1844 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Campos, the cover split along folds and with damage from acid ink to the address panel, tied by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (July 29) in black. A scarce cover showing the Maritime rate of 120 reis, Exhibits well. Illustrated in Juchert on page 55. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Burrus (April 1963), lot 1305.
                     
    Starting bid : 3,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 4,000 CHF

    Lot# : 203 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, a horizontal used pair with ample to large margins all round, applied on reverse of 1843 sea mail cover used from Rio de Janeiro to Maranhao, left hand stamp affected by file fold, neatly tied by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (Dec 23) in black. Docketing of receipt inside (January 10, 1844). Unrecorded by Juchert. A fine and rare usage. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,800 CHF

    Lot# : 204 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impressions, single and horizontal pair on 1845 entire letter endorsed "p. Vapor" and carried by sea at double rate from Rio de Janeiro to Rio Grande (Pedrick correspondence), the adhesives all with four margins and the pair slightly overlapping the single which has a closed tear at lower right and thee cover with some minor soiling of no importance, tied by rimless CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps (March 1) in black. The letter has been affected by damp but exhibits well and is of great rarity, just two other covers from Rio being recorded with this franking by Juchert. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Starting bid : 10,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 11,500 CHF

    Lot# : 205 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, the delightful horizontal strip of four with large margins on all sides and imperceptibly touched on fourth stamp at upper right, used on 1844 entire letter endorsed "Steamer" at lower left (Pedrick correspondence) from Rio de Janeiro to Rio Grande and cancelled by neat strikes of the CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps in black (Oct 29 - note the missing '1' on '10' of month date). Just four covers known with four 60 reis adhesives, only two of which bear strips of four. A beautiful entire letter carried at triple the 90 reis Maritime rate. Illustrated in Juchert on page 64. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Ferreira (Nov 1994), lot 2061; Everaldo Santos.
    Starting bid : 25,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 38,000 CHF

    Lot# : 206 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, a fine large margined used example, minor internal fault, cancelled by large part CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (Aug 7), year date unclear.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 420 CHF

    Lot# : 207 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, close to clear margins all round, tied to small piece by near complete strike of CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (6.8.1843), the sixth day of use. Exceptional and most attractive piece.
    Provenance: Baron Ferrari de la Renotière.
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 208 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a fine appearing horizontal used pair with large margins all round and showing vertical frame line at right, crease and slight stains, cancelled by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp in black.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF

    Lot# : 209 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, the three examples rejoined by hinges as originally mailed on the famous August 5, 1843 cover to Porto Alegre, the cover now lost but a photo enclosed with the lot, the stamps removed from the cover being offered here-all three 90 reis with four margins and cancelled by rimless CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps in black. Extraordinary and one of the earliest usages of the 90 reis.
    Provenance: Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 76.
    Starting bid : 2,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,200 CHF

    Lot# : 210 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, irregularly cut block of three used on small part piece, large margins on each stamp, all cancelled by Correio Geral Da Corte datestamps in black. Thinned on top right hand stamp but a multiple of great scarcity.
    Provenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,000 CHF

    Lot# : 211 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine used vertical strip of three from Composite Plate, positions 3/9/15, with large margins all round, merest hint of horizontal bend on one stamp, neatly cancelled by Correio Geral Da Corte datestamps (29.10.1844) in black. A delightful and rare multiple for the specialist. Signed A. Diena.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 4,200 CHF

    Lot# : 212 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, the remarkable 'Semi-Xifopagus' used block of six with large margins all round, from the Composite Plate positions 4-5/10-11/15-16 and showing full sheet margin (13mm.) at base and, at top, both the horizontal frame line and inter-pane dividing line. The block cancelled by six strikes of the Correio Geral Da Corte datestamps (27.10.1844) in black. Some ageing and creasing that does not greatly detract but a rare multiple of great philatelic importance.
    Provenance:  Maurice Burrus (April 1963), lot 1297; Norman Hubbard (March 1975), lot 1613; Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 10,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 11,000 CHF

    Lot# : 213 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, the used block of twelve with margins from ample to large all round, the multiple with minor blemishes including closed hole on positions 2 and 5 and a few small stains and ironed creases, otherwise in very fine condition for such a rare large multiple, with each block of four being cancelled by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps in black (9.6.1844). A dramatic and extremely rare multiple.
    Provenance: Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 81.
    Starting bid : 17,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 19,000 CHF

    Lot# : 214 Brasil

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    90 reis black, late Early Impression, a horizontal pair with large margins all round, used on November 27, 1843 entire letter from NEW YORK to Rio Grande (Pedrick correspondence) and endorsed internally "via Rio de Janeiro", tied by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps (Jan 29, 1844) in black. Reverse showing manuscript "Forwarded by C. Coleman & Co." and somewhat mothy obverse with minor tape repairs and manuscript "Vapor"-the 180 reis pre-paying the double Maritime rate. Unrecorded by Juchert. A marvellous and famous franking. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Starting bid : 15,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 17,000 CHF

    Lot# : 215 Brasil

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    30 reis black and 90 reis grey-black, Early and Intermediate Impressions, used on reverse of cover from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, the adhesives each with large margins and the 90 reis with frame lines at left and at base (position 13 on the First Composite Plate, State C), tied by watery strike of CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (Dec 22) in black. A fine and scarce cover carried at trhe 120 reis Maritime rate. Rare. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Almeida Dias (March 1963), lot 273.
    Starting bid : 3,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,500 CHF

    Lot# : 216 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black and 90 reis black, Intermediate and Early Impressions, used on reverse of 1844 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Santos,both stamps with large margins all round and the 30 reis with vertical frame line at left, tied by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (April 6) in black. The adhesives have been removed and replaced slightly out of alignment but a fine mixed franking paying the Maritime 120 reis single rate. A fine cover of splendid appearance and very rare. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,000 CHF

    Lot# : 217 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, Worn Impression single example and 60 reis grey, Worn Impression-two horizontal pairs, used on reverse of 1844 cover from Rio de Janeiro to Cachoeira carried at Maritime double rate of 180 reis and internal land rate of 90 reis = 270 reis, all tied to reverse of 1844 cover by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps (Dec 15, 1844). Obverse endorsed "Primer. Vapor", the cover initially journeying South on the first ship and struck with PORTO AL. (Porto Alegre) datestamp on front (Jan 18, 1845) in black and eventually docketed on receipt: "Recibida a 28 Jano. 1845" on front panel. An extraordinary franking: the largest known franking of the Bull's Eye issue. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provanance: Silva Goulart (1935); Clovia Leite; Frederico Barata; Amilca Angelo (1950); Orestes Manfro Cruz (1975); Roberto Seabra Banvides.
    Starting bid : 90,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 155,000 CHF

    Lot# : 218 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression in a corner marginal horizontal pair showing the horizontal frame line at top and vertical frame line at right (positions 5-6), used on piece (Duarte correspondence) with 60 reis black, Early Impression, a corner marginal example (position 13) showing the horizontal frame line at base and vertical frame line at left; all tied by CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps (5.8.43) in black of the fifth day of issue (whilst the second year slug is missing it is unlikely that Early Impressions would be used in August 1844 from the capital). Vertical crease between the second and third stamps where originally folded to show the 90 reis pair only, an exceptional and extremely rare piece.
    Provenance: Dr. J. A. Almeida Dias (March 1963), lot 286.
                       Tewfik Kuyas (May 1978), lot 181.
                       Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 74.
    Starting bid : 7,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 7,500 CHF

    Lot# : 219 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, 60 reis grey-black and 90 reis grey-black in a vertical pair (2nd Composite Plate, State C, positions 8/14) all Intermediate Impressions, the complete set franking used on small piece, all stamps with four margins with the 90 reis pair also showing horizontal frame line at base; cancelled by two fine strikes of CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamps (Jan 12, 1844) in black. An astonishing rarity: just one cover (the famous Meyer cover) and three 'complete set' pieces are known, one other with the Inclinado 60 reis is also included in this sale. Signed A. Diena, Fulpius. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Pracchia (Nov 1987), lot 60187.
                       Angelo Lima (Nov 1993), lot 30071.
                       Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 83.
    Starting bid : 25,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 28,000 CHF

    Lot# : 220 Brasil

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    1846 (June 21): Registration receipt for an insured letter sent from Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto, with insurance paid of 1'000 reis for a package at 50'000 reis. Some acid ink faults as usual but a rare document.
    Note: This piece at this date more probably belongs with an 'Inclinado's' collection.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 200 CHF

    Lot# : 221 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a fine large margined example used on small piece in combination with 1845 Inclinado 60 reis grey-black tied by bold strike of framed ALDEIA DA PEDRA handstamp (Ayres 1192) in blue. A delightful and extremely rare combination in superlative condition, in this describer's opinion the finest of all the recorded Bull's Eye combinations. Signed Calves. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Caspary (June 1958), lot 499.
                       Koester, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984), lot 4327.

                       Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 12.
    Starting bid : 25,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 25,000 CHF

    Lot# : 222 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine used example with large margins on all sides cancelled by large part framed ALDEIA DE S. PEDRO handstamp (Ayres 1193) in brown. Minor corner bend otherwise a superb and rare stamp.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 360 CHF

    Lot# : 223 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine used example with large margins on all sides cancelled by large part oval framed ALDEIA DE S. PEDRO handstamp (as Ayres 1193) in brown. Slight soiling and imperfections but rare.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 224 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, an even margined used example cancelled by large part ALDEIA DE S. PEDRO handstamp (Ayres 1193) in brown.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF

    Lot# : 225 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine large margined example with horizontal frame line at top, used on small piece and tied by bold strike of the extremely rare framed ALDEIA DE S. PEDRO handstamp (Ayres 1193) struck well in brown. Correio Geral Da Corte cds at left with month and day dates reversed (8.17.1848) in black. A delightful piece.
    Provenance: Heitor Lyra, Corinphila sale 45 (May 1958), lot 5667; Reinhold Koester, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984), lot 4328.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,300 CHF

    Lot# : 226 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, a large margined used example cancelled by oval framed ANGRA DOS REIS handstamp (Ayres 1200) struck in red. Rare. Signed Calves, A. Diena.
    Provenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 950 CHF

    Lot# : 227 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, used example on yellowish paper,large margins all round and showing the vertical frame line at right and horizontal frame line at base; cancelled lightly by oval ANGRA DOS REIS handstamp (Ayres 1200) in red. Rare. Signed A. Diena.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100 CHF

    Lot# : 228 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, used example on yellowish paper, slight defects at right caused by the postmark, cancelled by large part ANGRA DOS REIS / DAS ILHAS in black. Unique.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,400 CHF

    Lot# : 229 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, somewhat grubby used example with ample margins all round and horizontal frame line at base, cancelled by large part of framed AGENCIA DO ARROZAL handstamp (Ayres 1212) in black. Minor imperfections but extremely rare.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF

    Lot# : 230 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression, used example with clear if narrow margins all round, 60 reis black on greyish paper with large margins but with closed tear and fine 90 reis grey, early Worn Impression, a fine large margined used example showing the horizontal frame line at base, slight surface scuffing, all three stamps cancelled by large part framed ARROZAL handstamp (Ayres unlisted) in brown. Faults but a rare set.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,400 CHF

    Lot# : 231 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine used example with ample to large margins all round, cancelled by oval framed BARRA DE S. JOAO handstamp (Ayres 1232) struck in blue. Some small wrinkles but very scarce.rnProvenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.

    INFO: Slightest trace of thin.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF

    Lot# : 232 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine used example, with large margins all round cancelled by large part BARRA MANCA handstamp (Ayres 1230) in red-brown. Signed E. Diena.
    Starting bid : 220 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF

    Lot# : 233 Brasil

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    60 reis black and 60 reis grey, Early and Worn Impressions, used examples with four margins, each cancelled by framed BARRA MANCA handstamp (Ayres 1230) in brown. Faults with acid ink cuts from cancellation but of fine appearance and scarce.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 550 CHF

    Lot# : 234 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impression, a fine used example, Plate 5 position 28, with large margins all round and part of adjoining stamp at right, cancelled by large part BARRA MANCA handstamp (Ayres 1230) in red-brown. Exceptional and attractive usage.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 235 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine used example with large even margins all round, nearly cancelled by large part strike of framed CABO FRIO handstamp (Ayres 1248) in blue-black. One tiny thin in margin otherwise very fine.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF

    Lot# : 236 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, the remarkable horizontal strip of five, 1st Composite Plate, State C, positions 14-18, showing the frame lines at right and at base, the left adhesive severed and re-joined, all cancelled by large part boxed CABO FRIO handstamps (Ayres 1248) in red-brown. Despite faults a dramatic and famous multiple.
    Provenance: Ferreira (Nov 1994), lot 2071; Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 6,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 6,000 CHF

    Lot# : 237 Brasil

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    The Foro's Paper. 30 reis grey, Worn Impression and 90 reis black, Early Impression in a corner block of four, positions 1-2/7-8 and showing the vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line at top, all applied to a 12 page document mailed on January 14, 1845 from Cabo Frio to the Court in Rio de Janeiro, tied by framed CABO FRIO handstamps (Ayres 1248) in black. The rate totals 390 reis which is explained by the fact that judicial mail was carried at half the normal rate. The page has been restored to prevent further acid ink attack to the adhesives but this remarkable document is an important facet of Brazilian classic philately and is in all senses unique. Cert. Comelli (2003) and Dr. Goeggel.
    Starting bid : 50,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 238 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, used example showing the horizontal frame line at base, ample to large margins, lightly cancelled by large part straight line CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1135) in brown.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF

    Lot# : 239 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, a vertical used pair with large margins on all sides, First Composite Plate, State B, positions 8/14; each stamp with worm hole but cancelled by very scarce straight line S. I. DE CAMPOS straight line handstamps (Ayres unlisted) in brown. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF

    Lot# : 240 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, Worn Impression, 60 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression and 90 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impression from top right corner of pane; the set of three values used with large margins, all cancelled by large part CIDADE DE CAMPOS oval handstamps (Ayres 1256) in black. A few imperfections as usual but a scarce and attractive set.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100 CHF

    Lot# : 241 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine used example with large margins on all sides, neatly cancelled by large part oval CIDADE DE CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1256) in black.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 242 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Intermediate and Worn Impressions, two horizontal used pairs, each with faults, both pairs cancelled by oval CIDADE DE CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1256) in black. Certs. Sismondo (2001).
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 950 CHF

    Lot# : 243 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine used example with large even margins on all sides, neatly cancelled by large part oval CIDADE DE CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1256) in black.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 440 CHF

    Lot# : 244 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, used example with close margin at base and enormous margins on three sides with portion of adjoining stamp at left and horizontal frame line at top and margin; usual ironed bend, lightly cancelled by oval CIDADE DE CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1256) in black. An unusual and appealing stamp.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF

    Lot# : 245 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, a magnificent used example in a deep shade, Plate 1, position 1 showing the vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line above and the full inter-pane horizontal line 'Semi-Xifopagus' at top lightly cancelled by oval CIDADE DE CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1256) in black. Slight creasing not affecting the appearance of a delightful stamp.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,300 CHF

    Lot# : 246 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a huge margined used example with vertical frame line at left, cancelled by both oval CIDADE DE CAMPOS handstamp (Ayres 1256) and Correio Geral Da Corte datestamp. Creased but unusual and an attractive stamp.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF

    Lot# : 247 Brasil

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    30 reis black, late Early Impression, a four margined used example cancelled by framed CANTAGALO handstamp (Ayres1258) in brown. Acid ink leaving small imperfection in centre but a scarce cancel.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF

    Lot# : 248 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression on yellowish paper, a fine used example with large margins on all sides, vertical frame line at right, cancelled by large part framed CANTAGALO handstamp (Ayres 1258) in red brown.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 550 CHF

    Lot# : 249 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, Worn Impression, a large margined example showing horizontal frame line at top and vertical frame line at right, thinned at top, cancelled by part framed CAPIVARY handstamp (Ayres 1261) in brown. Scarce.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 440 CHF

    Lot# : 250 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a fine used example with ample to large margins on all sides, cancelled by large part framed CAPIVARI handstamp (Ayres 1261) struck in green. Minor imperfection in lower margin only, otherwise a rare and most unusual stamp, apparently unique.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF

    Lot# : 251 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impression, used example with ample to large margins all round, minor thin spot, cancelled by oval framed CONCEICAO DA RIBEIRA handstamp (Ayres 1280) in brown. A very scarce cancellation
    Provenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 252 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine appearing used example with large margins all round, sligght scissor cut in margin and a restored crease, however the stamp is cancelled by large part oval framed DORES handstamp (Ayres 1291) in red. Rare.

    INFO: Two small repairs in margin.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 250 CHF

    Lot# : 253 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, very Worn Impression, large margined used example with sheet margin and vertical frame line at right, cancelled by over-inked but complete IGUASSU handstamp (Ayres 1316) in black. Rare and appealing stamp.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 420 CHF

    Lot# : 254 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, two re-joined examples with large margins all round, sharing CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE datestamp (1846) and rare framed IGUASSU handstamp (Ayres 1316) in black. Exceptional and most attractive.rnProvenance: Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 55.

    INFO: Right stamp with pinhole.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF

    Lot# : 255 Brasil

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    30 reis black and 60 reis black horizontal pair, Early Impressions, used on reverse of cover from Itaboray to Rio de Janeiro, the 60 reis pair with horizontal frame line at base, the 30 reis and one 60 reis each with repaired corners where damaged on opening the letter, all cancelled by fair strikes of framed ITABORAY handstamps (Ayres 1324) in black. Despite faults, a rare cover with just two recorded from Itaboray (the other ex Lima collection) and a rare demonstration of the triple Inland rate of 150 reis. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 256 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine large margined example used on reverse of 1845 entire letter, fully docketed inside from 'Ithagoahy, 24 June' to Rio de Janeiro, the adhesive tied by over-inked TACOAHY framed handstamp (Ayres unlisted but recorded by Meyer) in brown. Illustrated in Juchert on page 90. Extremely fine and exceedingly rare-the sole recorded Bull's Eye cover from Tacoahy.
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 7,500 CHF

    Lot# : 257 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine large margined used example with part framed handstamp in red-brown, attributed to MACAHÉ.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF

    Lot# : 258 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, used example with four even margins all round and horizontal frame line at base, cancelled by large part circular CORREIO DA MANGARATIBA handstamp in black (Ayres unlisted). Faults but rare.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF

    Lot# : 259 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, used example with four narrow but even margins all round, cancelled by circular CORREIO DA MANGARATIBA handstamp in black (Ayres unlisted). Rare. Signed A. Diena.

    INFO: Ironed horizontal crease.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 420 CHF

    Lot# : 260 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine used horizontal pair showing vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line at base, large margins on all sides, cancelled by circular CORREIO DA MANGARATIBA handstamp in black (Ayres unlisted). Exceptional and extremely rare.
    Provenance: Reinhold Koester, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984), lot 4434.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF

    Lot# : 261 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, a huge margined used example with horizontal frame line at top, cancelled lightly by circular CORREIO DA MANGARATIBA handstamp (Ayres unlisted). Heavy creasing not apparent on face but a remarkable stamp.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF

    Lot# : 262 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a fine used four margined example with a cut into example used on restored piece, the two stamps sharing fine strike of oval SACCO DA MANGARA TIBA handstamp (Ayres 1484) in black. Faults but very scarce.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF

    Lot# : 263 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a fine used four margined example, cancelled by large part oval SACCO DA MANGARA TIBA handstamp (Ayres 1484) in black. Minor bends but very scarce.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 380 CHF

    Lot# : 264 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a fine used four margined example with horizontal frame line at base, cancelled by two strikes of oval SACCO DA MANGARA TIBA handstamp (Ayres 1484) in brown. Minor bends but very scarce.
    Provenance: Reinhold Koester, Corinphila sale 70 (March 1984), lot 4529.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 900 CHF

    Lot# : 265 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine large margined used example with vertical frame line at right, cancelled by complete framed MARICA handstamp (Ayres 1356) struck in brown (rare). Slightest of ironed creases at lower left but a charming stamp.

    INFO: Paper damaged by acid ink.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 900 CHF

    Lot# : 266 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a large margined used example cancelled by framed MARICA handstamp (Ayres 1356) struck in pale yellow brown (rare). Slightest of ironed creases but scarce. Signed Bühler.

    INFO: Withdrawn.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 267 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a fine used vertical pair from lower left corner of the pane, positions 7/13, showing the vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line at base, cancelled by framed MARICA handstamp (Ayres 1356) struck in green. Fault at lower left of lower stamp  and slight crease at upper right but a dramatic and scarce pair.
    Provenance: Pracchia (Nov 1987), lot 60164; Lima (Nov. 1993), lot 30090.
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,500 CHF

    Lot# : 268 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impression, a fine four margined used example on large piece, cancelled by two strikes of framed CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamps (Ayres 1371) in black.
     
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 269 Brasil

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    60 reis deep grey-black, Intermediate Impression, the magnificent used block of nine from right of the pane with 10mm. margin, First Large Plate (6), State B, positions 16-18/22-24/28-30, clear margins all round with thins on first and third stamps and ninth stamps, otherwise in an excellent state of preservation for such a multiple; all lightly cancelled by CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamps (Ayres 1371) in black. A delightful multiple of stunning appearance and impeccable provenance.
    Provenance: Ward, TeVfik Kuyas (May 1978), lot 80; Angelo Lima (Nov 1993), lot 30062; Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 62.
    Starting bid : 20,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 270 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression on medium yellowish wove paper, Plate 6, the famous used block of thirteen from the lower right hand corner of the sheet of 60 stamps, positions 34-36/40-42/46-48/53-54/59-60, all cancelled by seven strikes of the framed CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamp (Ayres 1371) in black. Fine large margins all round including full 2 mm. margin at right, one minute pinhole in fourth stamp and small scissor cut between eighth and ninth stamps in margin only, otherwise extremely fine. Position 59 with evidence of re-touching on the numerals especially. The largest block of the 60 reis used since the Newbury/Hubbard block of twenty was halved into two blocks of ten. Illustrated in Brookman on page 10. A magnificent and extremely rare multiple.rnProvenance: Lieut.-Colonel G. S. F. Napier, Saul Newbury, Norman Hubbard, Roberto Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.rn 

    INFO: One stamp with small thin at bottom as we can expect for a muptiple of this size.
    Starting bid : 30,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 30,000 CHF

    Lot# : 271 Brasil

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    90 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine used example with large margins all round, cancelled by CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamp (Ayres 1371) in black. A fine and scarce stamp.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 272 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, the used block of eight showing vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line at base, positions 7-10/13-16, with large margins all round and 7mm. sheet margin at base, cancelled by framed CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamps (Ayres 1371) in black. Usual minor bends and a slight internal repair on position 16, but an exceedingly rare and most appealing multiple. One of the highlights of the Benavides collection.
    Provenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 15,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 15,000 CHF

    Lot# : 273 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Intermediate to Worn Impression, the famous multiple from the 1st Composite Plate, being the left part of the pane positions 1-4/7-10/13-16, with large margins all round; minor faults with a minor closed tear in position 1 and an indentation at lower left on position 13,  insignificant scissor cut in margin only between position 4 and 10. Small trace of the inter-pane horizontal line above positions 3 and 4, a multiple of tremendous visual appeal and of great rarity from the 1st Plate. A wonderful and significant block for the Brazilian classic specialist. Cert. Bühler (1993) and Philatelic Foundation (2001).
    Provenance: Pracchia (Nov 1987), lot 60163.
     
    Starting bid : 30,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 274 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Intermediate to Worn Impression, the famous multiple from the 2nd Composite Plate being a vertical strip of three (positions 1/7/13) and a block of fifteen re-joined to form the complete pane, the lower two stamp at left (positions 13-14) showing 'pli d'accordeon' pre-printing paper flaw, the multiple with minor imperfections as to be expected in a block of this size, all stamps being lightly cancelled by ten strikes of the framed CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamps (Ayres 1371) in black. Above positions 3, 5 and 6 can be seen a trace of the inter-pane horizontal frame line. The block is mounted on to card and is a spectacular, famous and extremely rare item intrinsic to the understanding of Brazilian classic philately.
    Provenance: Dr. Djalma Fonseca Hermes (1943); Maurice Burrus (April 1963), lot 1293; Rolf H. Meyer (1997); Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 50,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 275 Brasil

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    30 reis black, 60 reis black and 90 reis black, Early Impressions; the complete set of three all used on piece with 1845 Inclinado 60 reis grey-black and tied by four strikes of the framed CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamps (Ayres 1371) in black. The 30 reis and 60 reis have four large margrins, the 90 reis just shaved at base but showing the horizontal frame line at top. Creased between the 60 reis and 90 reis of no real significance compared to the rarity of the piece: an astonishing combination of great significance to Brazilian and World classic philately. Signed Calves, A. Diena. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance:  Corinphila sale 56 (Oct 1973), lot 6023.
                       Saul Newbury.
                       Hubbard (March 1975), lot 1547.                 
                       Everaldo Santos (March 2001), lot 82.
    Starting bid : 25,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 276 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black and 90 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impressions, used examples with 60 reis having fine margins and slight hinge thin, 90 reis with narrow but clear margins all round, each cancelled by framed N. FRIBURGO handstamps (Ayres 1365) in black and brown respectively.

    INFO: 90 r. top margin repaired.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 277 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, Worn Impression on greyish paper, a fine used example with ample margins all round cancelled by large part circular PARAHIBA DO SUL handstamp (Ayres 1583) in brown. A fine and scarce usage.
    Starting bid : 220 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF

    Lot# : 278 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression on greyish paper, a fine used example with ample margins all round cancelled by large part circular PARAHIBA DO SUL handstamp (Ayres 1583) in brown. Slight ironed vertical bend and minor thin caused by acid ink, otherwise a fine and scarce usage.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 279 Brasil

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    30 reis black, late Early Impression, a large margined used example with tiny part of manuscript ink at left, struck with superb circular PARAHIBA DO SUL handstamp (Ayres 1583) in bright blue. Slight scuff on corner of lower left frame mentioned for accuracy but a famous and delightful sstamp. Cert Moorhouse (2013).
    Provenance: Tewfik Kuyas (May 1978), lot 42.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,200 CHF

    Lot# : 280 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, used example with enormous margins, showing the horizontal frame line at base and vertical frame line at right, struck with fine cirfcular framed PARAHIBA DO SUL handstamp (Ayres 1583) struck in bright red. An exquisite stamp.
    Provenance: Tevfik Kuyas (May 1978), lot 176.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,200 CHF

    Lot# : 281 Brasil

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    30 reis grey and 60 reis grey, Worn Impressions, used examples; the 30 reis with narrow but clear margins all round and the 60 reis with large margins on all sides, each cancelled by PARATI straight line handstamps in black and brown respectively. The 60 reis with acid ink hole but a scarce pairing.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF

    Lot# : 282 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine used example with large margins all round, used as seal on reverse of October 1844 entire letter from Paraty to Rio de Janeiro (Tixieira correspondence) tied by bold strike of straight line PARATI handstamp (Ayres 1160) in black. Slight wrinkle at upper left corner of the adhesive. Unrecorded by Juchert. A very fine and rare Bull's Eye cover-the sole known usage from this town. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.

    INFO: Vertical crease typical for stamps used as a seal.
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,500 CHF

    Lot# : 283 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, 60 reis grey-black and 90 reis grey, fine appearing four margined used examples, each cancelled by scarce straight line PATY DO ALFERES handstamps (Ayres 1161) in brown. The 30 reis with acid ink faults, the 60 reis and 90 reis being fine to very fine. A scarce assembly.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 950 CHF

    Lot# : 284 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine appearing large margined used example, creased vertically, cancelled by fine strike of framed POUZO SECCO handstamp (Ayres unlisted) in brown. Extremely rare.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF

    Lot# : 285 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a fine large margined used example cancelled by (without frame) straight line REZENDE handstamp (Ayres unlisted) in black. Signed Brun.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 440 CHF

    Lot# : 286 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine large margined example cancelled by framed REZENDE handstamp (Ayres unlisted in this type) struck in black.rnProvenance: Itamar Bopp.

    INFO: Tiny thin.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF

    Lot# : 287 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a fine used example with large even margins, cancelled by framed REZENDE handstamp (Ayres 1430) in brown.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF

    Lot# : 288 Brasil

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    90 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine large margined used example cancelled by framed REZENDE handstamp (Ayres unlisted type) in black. Signed A. Diena.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 289 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine used example with large margins on all sides, slight diagonal bend and minor acid ink flaw, cancelled by framed S'ANNA DE PIRAHY handstamp (Ayres unlisted) in brown.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 290 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, used example with narrow even margins and small imperfections, cancelled by extremely rare oval framed SAO GONCALO handstamp (Ayres 1490) in brown. Believed unique.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,000 CHF

    Lot# : 291 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, used example with ample to large margins all round, cancelled by large part of framed S. JOAO DO Pe. handstamp (Ayres unlisted) in brown, the stamp slightly creased along frameline of the handstamp only. Rare cancellation.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 292 Brasil

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    30 reis black and 30 reis grey-black, Early and Intermediate Impressions, two used examples of fair appearance but with faults, one repaired, each cancelled by part strikes of framed SUMIDOURO handstamps (Ayres 1507) in black.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100 CHF

    Lot# : 293 Brasil

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    30 reis, 60 reis and 90 reis, the set of three from Worn Impression (30 r.) to Early Impression (90 r.), all three with faults but not un-attractive used examples, each cancelled by large part framed VALENCA handstamp (Ayres 1531) in brown.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,600 CHF

    Lot# : 294 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine used example with enormous margins all round and horizontal frame line at base, cancelled by large part framed VALENCA handstamp (Ayres 1531). Minor thinning not affecting appearance of an attractive stamp.

    INFO: Paper damaged by acid ink.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 295 Brasil

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    30 reis grey, early Worn Impression, a fine large margined used example cancelled by large part framed VA. DE VASSOURAS handstamp (Ayres 1530) in black. Cert. Sismondo (2001).
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 380 CHF

    Lot# : 296 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, early Worn Impression, a fine large margined used example showing part of horizontal frame line at top, cancelled by large part framed VA. DE VASSOURAS handstamp (Ayres 1530) in black.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 200 CHF

    Lot# : 297 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a four margined example, used as seal on reverse of March 1845 cover from Vassouras to Sorocaba via Rio de Janeiro; cancelled by bold strike of framed VA. DE VASSOURAS handstamp in black (Ayres 1530). Cover folded for better Exhibit display, the obverse showing Correio Geral Da Corte datestamp (March 15). Small faults to address panel through acid ink, the adhesive removed, cleaned and replaced. Despite faults an appealing and very rare cover, Juchert records just one other example from Vassouras.rnProvenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.

    INFO: A small closed tear & paper split.
    Starting bid : 4,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 6,500 CHF

    Lot# : 298 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, a fine used four margined example, struck with large part RIO GRANDE DO NORTE datestamp (Ayres unlisted) in red-brown. Extremely rare.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 299 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a fine used four margined example, somewhat tropicalised, struck with near complete RIO GRANDE DO NORTE datestamp (Ayres unlisted) in red-brown. Extremely rare.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF

    Lot# : 300 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, a fine large margined example cancelled by bold strike of oval RO. GRDE. DO NTE. handstamp (Ayres 1434) in red-brown. Exceptional and rare.
    Provenance: Tevfik Kuyas (May 1978), lot 132.
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF
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