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  • Lot# : 1889 Australia

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    Italy 1887 (Jan 20): Cover from Florence to Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia franked by 1879 25 c. blue, three examples, all tied by 'Firenze / Ferrovia' duplexes in black. Carried on the P&O Steamer 'Gwalior' from Brindisi (Jan 23) and thence by the 'Chusan' from Colombo. Reverse, flap missing, but with Adelaide cds (Feb 25) and Melbourne arrival cds (Feb 26). Minor imperfections but a scarce usage.
    Starting bid : 600 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold