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                    Lot: 6
                
                    
                        x Early Letters and Handstamps  Penang  1827 (28 Sept.) entire letter from Penang to London, rated "1/-", showing a fine strike of circular intaglio "prince of wales island/post office" handstamp in red with manuscript date inserted and, on reverse across join, framed "india letter/dover" and red arrival c.d.s. (27.2.28).  Photo   Estimate £   250-300                        
                                            
                
                    
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                        £1,100