Auction: 11042 - Pearls of Arabia - Egypt
Lot: 528
Egypt French Post Offices 1875 (17 Oct.) envelope to Lyon franked 1870-71 Paris 40c. orange and 1871-76 80c. rose, each tied by Grand Chiffres "5080" cancellation of Alexandrie, red boxed "pd" and "paq. ang. alexandrie 17/10/75" c.a.d. alongside, horizontal fold and light toned at border, tiny flaw on top; fine. Unique and an important showpiece. Calves Certificate (2009) stating "Premier piece vue avec ce cachet à date". Photo Estimate € 1,500-2,000
Sold for
€1,000