Auction 29
Lot 258 1888, mixed franking cover to the United States from Germany (Scott 213), franked with 20pf ultramarine "Pfennig" issue (Sc 40), prepaying the UPU letter rate. Reverse shows NEW YORK/PAID ALL opera glass transit and UPLAND arrival datestamp. Letter readdressed and franked with US 2¢ Bank Note, tied by CHESTER/PA duplex cancel, and showing MONTROSE arrival datestamp on reverse applied on re-direction. A scarce combination franking, Fine to Very Fine. Estimate $120 - 150. |
Realized $110 |
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