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Auction: 5011 - Stamps & Covers of the World
Lot: 1092

hanstruck numerals: 1860 (7 June) very clean neat miniature entire letter from "Berclees" to Langholm, bearing 1d. ´stars´ placed in lower-left corner, contrary to Post Office regulations, tied by two superb strikes of the black handstruck ´1´, the reverse with light Langholm arrival datestamps; slightly refolded at top. The most appealing example known of this rare usage. A little exhibition gem. Photo Estimate £ 500-600

Sold for
£700