Lot 467
Egypt, 1898 (June 4) cover to Cairo via Halfa (June 9), showing "Berber" origin c.d.s. and framed "T" handstamp, Egypt Postage Dues 2m. green single and diagonal bisect (S.G. D71, a) tied by "Suez/Gouvernementales" c.d.s. (June 18) in attempt to collect postage (Egyptian soldier's concessionary rate of 3 milliemes) redirected with Egypt Postage Dues 2m. green single and diagonal bisect again applied and tied by "Port Tewfik" c.d.s. (June 19), cover a little worn at edges, a remarkable use of Postage Due bisects applied in two different towns. Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
Expertization: 1977 BPA Certificate.
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Realized $2,200 |