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    1832 (April 19): Entire letter, written in readable french by the Explorer Edward Rupert, datelined "Massaua, sur la côte Abyssinienne", with interesting contents regarding the "les mouvements politiques qui savagent les pays voisins, la malice et la perfidie du Naib d'Arkiko..."; and later mentioning archaeological research, the finding and deciphering of inscription (in Amharic) around a medal etc., mailed by Courier probably via Alexandria with framed "LAZZARETTO SAN / ROCCO DI LIVORNO" cachet on reverse in black (displays well) and without charges as mailed to Cataneo, Director of the Imperial Cabinet in Milan. An extraordinarily early and fine entire.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,900 CHF