Lot 188
1866 (Jul. 30) Baltimore, Md. to Bengal, East Indies, c.d.s. duplexed with four-ring cancellation tying 30¢ orange (71) on tissue paper cover, red "Boston Br. Pkt. 27 Paid Aug 1" credit c.d.s., French 13 Aug '66 transit and red boxed "P.D.", reverse with Marseilles Aug 16 and red Calcutta Sep 15 transits, slightly indistinct Sylhet receiving backstamp; edge wear and slight opening reduction at left, Fine and attractive usage; scarce 30¢ French mail rate via Marseilles.
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