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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Public auction of April 17th/18th, 2010 - Cat. 15  (currency EURO)]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/feed-rss/</link><description><![CDATA[The Old Public Autcion of Investphila Sa.]]></description><language>it-IT</language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2010, Investphila Sa]]></copyright><pubDate>19/04/2010 16.18.27</pubDate><lastBuildDate>19/04/2010 16.18.27</lastBuildDate><category><![CDATA[Archivio Cataloghi]]></category><generator><![CDATA[CMSF Extera]]></generator><image><title><![CDATA[Old Catalogues]]></title><url>http://www.investphila.com/images/mail_investphila.gif</url><link>http://www.investphila.com</link><width>90</width><height>60</height><description>Investphila Sa.</description></image><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 22]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-trieste-to-syra-fran-16512.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, May 25. Cover from Trieste to Syra, franked by 1867 15 kr. brown, tied by ''Triest'' dated oval, charged on arrival with 1872 5 l. yellow green on greenish and 40 l. olive-green on bluish, tied on arrival. Mi 39/II. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-trieste-to-syra-fran-16512.htm" title="12383-231.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-231.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-trieste-to-syra-fran-16512.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 23]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-canea-strong-october-cover-t-16505.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Canea</strong>. 1868, October 19. Cover to Syros (Greece) carried at double rate paid by 1863 2 s. yellow in mixed franking with 1864 3 s. green and 15 s. light brown, tied by italic ''Canea/19. Ott.'' dated handstamps, charged on arrival with clear to very large margined pair of 1862 20 l. blue, tied by Syros cds's with italic ''P.P.'' handstamp alongside. An extraordinary three-colour Austrian Levant combination including a very rare mixed franking, of great significance for the advanced collection. Cert. Ferchenbauer, signed Colla. Mi V22, V22, V23. <em>Ex Jerger</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-canea-strong-october-cover-t-16505.htm" title="12383-224.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-224.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-canea-strong-october-cover-t-16505.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 24]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-sept-cover-to-athens-franked-by-16508.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870 ca., Sept. 22. Cover to Athens franked by 1867 10 s. blue, tied by Canea cds with italic ''P.P.'' handstamp adjacent, with ''20'' in red crayon paid by Large Hermes 20 l. blue tied by ''1'' dotted lozenge on arrival. Very scarce. Mi 4/I. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-sept-cover-to-athens-franked-by-16508.htm" title="12383-227.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-227.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-sept-cover-to-athens-franked-by-16508.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 25]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-cover-to-athens-bearing-s-16511.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, October. Cover to Athens bearing 1867 10 s. blue, tied by two-line dated Canea handstamp in red-brown, showing ''20'' red crayon paid by Large Hermes 20 l. blue on front for domestic postage on arrival, tied on receipt, with Piraeus backstamp. A very fine example of this scarce usage. Mi 4/I.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-cover-to-athens-bearing-s-16511.htm" title="12383-230.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-230.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-cover-to-athens-bearing-s-16511.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 26]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-ibraila-strong-october-cover-16510.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Ibraila</strong>. 1868, October 10. Cover to Corfu endorsed ''Via Costantinopoli'' and carried at 20 soldi rate, bearing 1867 5 s. rose strip of four, tied by ''Jbraila'' cds's, taxed for domestic postage on delivery with 20 l. light blue, tied by Kerkyra cds. Two disinfection slits, as well as minor acidic ink erosions and small portion of paper loss at base, all repaired on the reverse with pieces of white paper; also a vertical crease affecting one adhesive. Despite these imperfections, a rare cover exhibiting a stunning franking. Mi V21.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-ibraila-strong-october-cover-16510.htm" title="12383-229.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-229.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-ibraila-strong-october-cover-16510.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 27]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-jerusalem-strong-oct-registe-11312.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Jerusalem</strong>. 1872, Oct. 25. Registered envelope (opened for display) from Jerusalem to Kishinev, franked with 1867-83 fine printing pair of 15 s. (one stamp applied overlapping the edge resulting in a crease) and damaged pair of 10 s. on reverse, all tied by ''Gerusalemme'' cds's (Tchilinghirian/Tranmer fig. D), showing unframed ''Recom.'' and ''Franco'' handstrucks. Very fine cds of Kishinev on back. Despite faults, a very desirable and rare registered cover, further enhanced by the destination. Mi. 4II, 5II. <em>Ex Bianchi</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-jerusalem-strong-oct-registe-11312.htm" title="179-312.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-312.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-jerusalem-strong-oct-registe-11312.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 28]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-metelino-strong-may-entire-l-16506.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Metelino</strong>. 1868, May 7. Entire letter to Syros (Greece) bearing 1864 10 s. blue and two copies of 15 s. brown, tied by Meteline cds's on dispatch, taxed on arrival with 1862 40 l. brown lilac on bluish paper covering the double domestic rate. Two slight vertical creases faintly affecting one 15s adhesive and the Greek franking, but not detracting. A scarce franking. Cert. Ferchenbauer, signed Colla. Mi V22, V23. <em>Ex Jerger</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-metelino-strong-may-entire-l-16506.htm" title="12383-225.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-225.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-metelino-strong-may-entire-l-16506.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 29]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-prevesa-strong-january-cover-16507.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Prevesa</strong>. 1866, January 28. Cover to Kerkyra (Corfu, Greece), franked by three copies of 1864 3 s. light green, tied by Prevesa cds's, charged at single rate on receipt by scarce 1862 10 l. orange on bluish paper in pair, tied by Kerkyra cds's dated 17.1. The cover was 1 soldi underpaid according to the 10 soldi rate applied. Vertical crease impinging on one 3 s. adhesive, nevertheless a very rare franking. Cert. Ferchenbauer, signed Colla. Mi V22, V23. <em>Ex Jerger</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-prevesa-strong-january-cover-16507.htm" title="12383-226.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-226.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-prevesa-strong-january-cover-16507.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 30]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-rettimo-crete-strong-novembe-16509.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Rettimo (Crete)</strong>. 1873, November 18. Envelope to Athens franked by 1867 pair of 5 s. red, tied by Rettimo cds in blue, paying the inland delivery with Large Hermes 10 s. orange on bluish paper in pair tied by numeral ''1'' dotted lozenge. A very fine and rare cover. Signed Holcombe. Mi 3/I.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-rettimo-crete-strong-novembe-16509.htm" title="12383-228.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-228.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-rettimo-crete-strong-novembe-16509.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 31]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-smyrna-strong-july-cover-to--16098.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Smyrna</strong>. 1871, July 18. Cover to Genoa franked by 1867 2 s. yellow, 3 s. green (2) and 15 s. brown, each tied by ''Smyrne'' small type cds (Tchilinghirian/Tranmer fig. 10). Edge splitting to cover which has been repaired on the reverse with pieces of paper. A scarce and attractive three-colour franking. Cert. Enzo Diena. Mi. 1I, 2I, 5I.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-smyrna-strong-july-cover-to--16098.htm" title="1-4166.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4166.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/strong-smyrna-strong-july-cover-to--16098.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 32]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/woodblock-issue-d-vermilion-error-o-16720.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, ''Woodblock'' Issue, 4 d. vermilion error of colour, a very fine copy displaying a lovely rich colour, graced by even ample margins all around with a triangular cancellation. Small tear just entering the ''R'' of ''Four'' and negligible faint corner crease which is not visible on front and only mentioned for accuracy. This copy is of exquisite appearance for this famous and important error of the British empire, featuring incredibly well balanced and ample margins with the cancellation leaving the ''Four Pence'' denomination clear, undoubtedly one of the finest copies known in appearance. Cert. Holcombe. SG 14e = 40,000 &pound;. <em>Ex Ferrary</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/woodblock-issue-d-vermilion-error-o-16720.htm" title="4280-364.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-364.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/woodblock-issue-d-vermilion-error-o-16720.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 33]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/kop-dark-blue-small-pearls-the-ferr-16677.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 5 kop. dark blue, small pearls, the ''Ferrary'' mint t&ecirc;te-b&ecirc;che block of four, exhibiting clear to mostly large margins after having been cut into eight even shapes, graced by a good impression and rich shade, with original gum. A faint creasing and somewhat aged staining, a minute thin speck at bottom left and small surface rubbing at top left, none of which are of significance for this extraordinary rarity. Illustrated on page 41 of ''Encyclopaedia of Rare and Famous Stamps'' Vol. II by L. N. Williams. A gem of Finnish philately with only five items recorded, this being one of the finest which was the only one of this denomination gracing the Ferrary collection, and belonging to the restricted group of the most spectacular t&ecirc;te-b&ecirc;ches of this country, which are of special significance in European philately as well. Certs. Tuori and Gummesson. Facit 1IaV3. <em>Ex Ferrary and Hind</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/kop-dark-blue-small-pearls-the-ferr-16677.htm" title="12383-287.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-287.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/kop-dark-blue-small-pearls-the-ferr-16677.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 34]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/wurttemberg-collection-with-stamps-14486.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Wurttemberg. 1851-1920. Collection with 426 stamps used and unused mounted on leaves, including parts with large duplication, as well as shades, cancellations and several scarce values with very fine 1859-60 18 kr. used, 1863-64 18 kr. used, 1890 50 pf. with o.g., etc.; also official stamps including many scarce values and sets in used condition, as well as 9 covers and postal stationeries. Generally in fine condition. Viewing required. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/wurttemberg-collection-with-stamps-14486.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/wurttemberg-collection-with-stamps-14486.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 35]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-empire-collection-consisting-14497.htm</link><description><![CDATA[German Empire. 1933-45. Collection consisting of thousands of stamps used and unused, being nearly all never hinged, including multiples with complete sets in corner sheet blocks of four such as 1943 ''Wehrmacht'' issue, scarce sets and values with never hinged 1933 ''Reichstag'' opening set, 1934 Charity Issue, 1939 Nuremberg Car Race, all never hinged, 1945 SA &amp; SS used as well as SA laft half sheet of 50 n.h., also including duplicates, souvenir sheets with 1935 Ostropa used and unused among others, se-tenant stamps from booklet sheets, etc. Also the 1875-1932 period with used/unused stamps mounted on 214 leaves, comprising multiples with scarce marginal imprints, large duplication, shades, cancellations, se-tenant multiples from booklet sheets, and scarce values with 1900 5 m. used (2) 1902-04 1 m. to 5 m. unused with o.g., etc. The lot also includes 72 complete and part sheets n.h. Viewing highly recommended. (No photo)<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-empire-collection-consisting-14497.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-empire-collection-consisting-14497.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 36]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-empire-group-of-airmail-cove-14496.htm</link><description><![CDATA[German Empire, 1930-42. Group of 14 airmail covers including catapult mail, Zeppelin items with1931 Baltic See Flight, 1936 Olympic Games Flight, two covers to be flown on the Germany Roundtrip in 1937 with cachet stating that the flight was cancelled due to the Zeppelin crash, 1938 Sudetes Flight, mail returned to the addressee due to war events, as well as very unusual three covers carried at 1'75 M. airmail rate to the Chilean steamer ''Aconcagua'' at Crist&oacute;bal (Panama). Scarce. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-empire-group-of-airmail-cove-14496.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-empire-group-of-airmail-cove-14496.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 37]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-occupations-wwii-lot-of-cove-14529.htm</link><description><![CDATA[German Occupations, WWII. 1938-45. Lot of 35 covers including the Sudetes, Poland, Russia, Alsace-Lorraine and Channel Islands, also with POW mail and some field post covers. (No photo)<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-occupations-wwii-lot-of-cove-14529.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/german-occupations-wwii-lot-of-cove-14529.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 38]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/allied-occupation-in-germany-french-14475.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Allied Occupation in Germany-French Zone. 1945-49, a specialized complete collection consisting of more than 450 stamps and five souvenir sheets with duplication, mostly in unused condition, including varieties, as well as scarce sets in unmounted and used conditions. Very fine. (No photo)<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/allied-occupation-in-germany-french-14475.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/allied-occupation-in-germany-french-14475.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 39]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lombardo-veneto-lettera-del-marzo-p-16672.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Lombardo Veneto. 1850, lettera del 20 marzo 1854 per Treviso, affrancata con 10 c. grigio nero (2c) annullato con stampatello a data ''Treviso/20. Raro.'' Molto bello. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lombardo-veneto-lettera-del-marzo-p-16672.htm" title="1-4177.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4177.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lombardo-veneto-lettera-del-marzo-p-16672.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 40]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lombardo-veneto-lettera-da-verona-d-16673.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Lombardo Veneto. 1850, lettera da Verona del 12 gennaio 1851 per Rovereto, affrancata con 15 c. rosso annullato con il muto di Verona. Splendida. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lombardo-veneto-lettera-da-verona-d-16673.htm" title="1-4178.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4178.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lombardo-veneto-lettera-da-verona-d-16673.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 41]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sardegna-lettera-completa-da-messin-16684.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Sardegna. 1862-63, lettera completa da Messina del 2 luglio 1863 per Patrasso (Grecia), affrancata con Sardegna due esemplari del 10 c. bistro (14E) e due del 40 c. rosa carminio (16E), con transiti al verso del Pireo ed Atene, tassata al fronte per 60 lepta con 1862-68 20 l. azzurro e 40 l. porpora su azzurro chiaro, annullati con numerale di Patrasso con corrispondente datario al verso. Molto bella e rara.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sardegna-lettera-completa-da-messin-16684.htm" title="12383-294.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-294.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sardegna-lettera-completa-da-messin-16684.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 42]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/toscana-lettera-da-livorno-del-dice-16717.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Toscana. 1860, lettera da Livorno del 28 dicembre 1861 per Sira (Grecia), affrancata con coppia del 80 c. del Governo Provvisorio (22) usato in affrancatura mista con un esemplare del 40 c. rosso carminio (16D), tassata in arrivo con francobollo greco di 20 l. annullato con numerale ''67'' a punti. Leggerissima piega verticale che interessa appena l'esemplare destro della coppia. Tripla affrancatura mista probabilmente unica, una delle pi&ugrave; spettacolari di tutti gli Antichi Stati Italiani. Firmata A. Diena per esteso e Tseriotis, cert. Calves. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/toscana-lettera-da-livorno-del-dice-16717.htm" title="4280-363.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-363.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/toscana-lettera-da-livorno-del-dice-16717.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 43]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-livorno-d-16674.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Regno d'Italia. 1863-66, lettera da Livorno del 15 gennaio 1869 per l'Inghilterra, affrancata con due diverse met&agrave; di 60 c. lilla uniti con un pezzo di carta al verso, per pagare il porto semplice per 7 1/2 gr. Il tentativo di frode postale fu scoperto dopo la partenza e l'indicazione ''P.D.'' venne cancellata con tratti di penna,&nbsp; tassata in arrivo con uno scellino in manoscritto e timbro circolare ''More To Pay''. Molto interessante e rara frode.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-livorno-d-16674.htm" title="1-4179.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4179.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-livorno-d-16674.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 44]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-messina-d-16683.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Regno d'Italia. 1863-77, lettera da Messina del 19 aprile 1879 via Brindisi e Corf&ugrave; per Patrasso (Grecia), affrancata con 5 c. grigio verde (L16) e 20 c. ocra arancio (28), con transiti di Brindisi e Kerkyra al verso, tassata in arrivo con 20 l. azzurro e 40 l. bruno giallastro su azzurro di due emissioni diverse, annullati con numerale ''9''. Combinazione interessante e poco comune. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-messina-d-16683.htm" title="12383-293.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-293.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-messina-d-16683.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 45]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-kerkyra-c-16682.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Regno d'Italia. 1870, lettera da Kerkyra (Corf&ugrave;, Grecia) per Venezia, affrancata con 1870 20 l. azzurro annullato con numerale&nbsp; ed a lato nitido doppio cerchio in partenza, tassata in arrivo con segnatasse d'Italia 60 c. ocra e carminio (10). Transiti di Brindisi e Verona al verso. Bella e rara.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-kerkyra-c-16682.htm" title="12383-292.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-292.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-da-kerkyra-c-16682.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 46]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-circolare-da-16675.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Regno d'Italia. 1863, lettera circolare da Monsano del 2 dicembre 1887 per Jesi, affrancata con 1 c. verde oliva, tiratura di Torino (T14), annullato con bollo lineare di tipo ferroviario ''Monsano'', non essendo momentaneamente disponibile il normale annullatore a sbarre. Interessante e di ottima qualit&agrave;. Cert. Enzo Diena e Sorani.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-circolare-da-16675.htm" title="1-4180.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4180.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-lettera-circolare-da-16675.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 47]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-mazzini-serie-comple-16642.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Regno d'Italia. 1922, Mazzini, serie completa di prove di artista in nero su carta sottile applicata su cartone. Rarissimo. Firmato A. Bolaffi.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-mazzini-serie-comple-16642.htm" title="1-4176.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4176.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/regno-d-italia-mazzini-serie-comple-16642.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 48]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-i-two-copies-po-13301.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 5 r. reddish brown, die I, two copies possessing good margins, of which one being marginal in deep shade and very good embossing cancelled by numeral ''1'' of Lisbon, the other attractively cancelled by ''38'' numeral of Mealhada (slight corner crease at bottom left not impinging on the design). Af 1I; Mi 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-i-two-copies-po-13301.htm" title="12746-1.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-1.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-i-two-copies-po-13301.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 49]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-i-pair-with-com-13313.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 5 r. reddish brown, die I, pair with complete to large margins, just touched at base, tied to piece by scarce ''145'' cancel of Covilh&atilde;. Af 1I = &euro; 4,500; Mi 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-i-pair-with-com-13313.htm" title="12746-2.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-2.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-i-pair-with-com-13313.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 50]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-die-ii-used-together-with-r-13947.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 25 r. blue, die II, used together with 50 r. green, both very fresh stamps graced by predominantly large even margins, paying only the triple domestic rate on October 15, 1854 cover from Lisbon via Spain to Marseilles (France), tied by ''1'' numeral cancels, matching cds alongside, with French entry at St. Jean de Luz and due marking applied on arrival. Two slits for disinfection and Marseilles backstamp. An extremely rare first issue combination franking with very few such frankings recorded. An essential first issue showpiece. Cert. NFACP. Af 2II, 3; Mi 2, 3a. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Lima</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-die-ii-used-together-with-r-13947.htm" title="12746-3.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-3.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-die-ii-used-together-with-r-13947.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 51]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-green-a-splendid-selection-13387.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 50 r. yellow green, a splendid selection of four copies, possessing good margins including different usages with numerals ''70'' of Penafiel, ''49'' of Albergaria-A-Velha, ''168'' of Monforte, as well as an extremely rare usage with pen strokes, the latter possessing the scarcer green-blue shade. A very fine and rare ensemble. Af 3 = 8'310+; Mi 3a, 3b.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-green-a-splendid-selection-13387.htm" title="12746-4.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-4.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-green-a-splendid-selection-13387.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 52]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-yellow-green-good-margins-use-13378.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1853, 50 r. yellow green, good margins, used on June 12, 1855 cover from Lisbon carried by land to Marseilles, tied by &ldquo;1&rdquo; numeral, matching cds alongside, also with French red St. Jean de Luz entry and &ldquo;10&rdquo; decimes due marking to be paid by the addressee. Spanish Badajoz transit, and arrival on reverse. The stamp only covered the internal double rate up to 5/8 oz. Slight rust spots, not detracting from this rare single 50 r. franking to an external destination. Af 3; Mi 3a.</div>
<div>&nbsp;</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-yellow-green-good-margins-use-13378.htm" title="12746-5.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-5.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-yellow-green-good-margins-use-13378.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 53]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-green-clear-to-large-margi-13411.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 50 r. yellow green, clear to large margins, very good embossing, used on double rate entire letter from Faial (Azores Islands), 14 July 1855, to Lisbon. Stamp uncancelled on departure, tied by Lisbon ''1'' numeral on receipt, with alongside ''ILHAS'' (''Islands'') straight line handstamp, applied in Lisbon to correspondence originating in the ''Adjacent Islands'' of the Azores. <strong>The only First Issue cover showing this fascinating handstamp</strong>. An essential showpiece for the specialist. Af 3; Mi 3a. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Pearson and Sussex</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-green-clear-to-large-margi-13411.htm" title="12746-6.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-6.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-green-clear-to-large-margi-13411.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 54]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-yellow-green-strip-of-three-l-13366.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1853, 50 r. yellow green, strip of three, large margins all around, used on 20 rs. stamped judicial document, travelled through the mail at six-fold rate up to 1 5/8 oz from Chaves to Porto, cancelled by &ldquo;180&rdquo; numeral postmarks of Chaves. Small corner crease at bottom left well clear of the design, as well as central oval profile design split at right, due to heavy printing of the die, of no importance. The usage of postage stamps on judicial documents carried through the post (which also occurred in Brazil) was for the exclusive payment of the appropriate postal rate and not a fiscal usage. <strong>An extremely rare multiple franking on postal document, of which only five are recorded</strong>. A very desirable rarity of this value. Cert. NFACP. Af 3 = &euro; 34,000; Mi 3a.</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-yellow-green-strip-of-three-l-13366.htm" title="12746-7.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-7.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-yellow-green-strip-of-three-l-13366.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 55]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-green-complete-to-wide-margin-13353.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1853, 50 r. green, complete to wide margins, used in combination with 25 r. blue, die II, mostly large margins, applied overlapping the upper edge resulting in a small portion of paper loss and crease only in margin, not detracting. The stamps paying the third weight internal rate up to 7/8 oz on 19 July 1854 entire letter from Lisbon to Torres Novas, tied by &ldquo;1&rdquo; numeral cancels, matching blue cds at bottom left. <strong>An extremely rare and desirable first issue combination franking, of which less than five are recorded, being scarcer than the 1853 50 r. together with 1855-56 D. Pedro V 25 r. mixed franking for the same rate</strong>. Of great desirability. Af 2II, 3; Mi 2, 3a.</div>
<div>&nbsp;</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-green-complete-to-wide-margin-13353.htm" title="12746-8.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-8.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-green-complete-to-wide-margin-13353.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 56]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-mauve-a-remarkable-copy-unu-13791.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 100 r. lilac mauve, a remarkable copy, unused without gum on medium paper, clear to mostly large margins. Tiny corner crease at bottom left, clear of the design. An unused copy of outstanding appearance (the majority of other copies in this condition show close margins on most of the sides). The rarest stamp in unused condition in classic Portuguese philately. Cert. Dias. Af 4; Mi 4.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-mauve-a-remarkable-copy-unu-13791.htm" title="12746-9.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-9.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-mauve-a-remarkable-copy-unu-13791.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 57]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-mauve-a-splendid-group-of-f-13800.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 100 r. lilac mauve, a splendid group of five examples possessing very good margins including two very rare marginal copies, comprising four different numeral cancels with ''61'' of Guimar&atilde;es, ''77'' of Coimbra, ''103'' of Barcelos (2) and ''159'' of Estremoz. Three copies with small thin spots which are often encountered in this value. Very desirable and rare. Af 4; Mi 4.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-mauve-a-splendid-group-of-f-13800.htm" title="12746-10.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-10.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-mauve-a-splendid-group-of-f-13800.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 58]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-marginal-strip-of-three-f-13816.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853, 100 r. lilac, a marginal strip of three from the left of the sheet, detailed impression and superb embossing, enormous margins on three sides including sheet margin and remarkable portions of four adjoining stamps, being wide at base, tied to piece by ''52'' postmarks of Oporto (slight corner crease at bottom left, in no way detracting), being the most spectacular strip of three of the very few recorded; also&nbsp; a block of four in deep colour, showing shifted alignment of transfers at right, clear even margins all around, with neat ''52'' postmarks of Oporto (small scissor cut between adhesives at base, of no importance), being a very rare multiple with only about six so far recorded <span style="font-style: italic;">(ex Leote and Salgado</span><em><span style="font-style: italic;">)</span></em>. Af 4 = &euro; 42'900+; Mi 4.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-marginal-strip-of-three-f-13816.htm" title="12746-11.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-11.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-marginal-strip-of-three-f-13816.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 59]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-die-ii-worn-plate-varie-13829.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 5 r. brown red, die II, worn plate variety, wide to large margins for the most part, slightly cancelled by small part of numeral cancel, leaving the profile clear. A very rare and desirable variety. Cert. NFACP. Af 5II = &euro; 2,590; Mi 5.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-die-ii-worn-plate-varie-13829.htm" title="12746-13.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-13.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-die-ii-worn-plate-varie-13829.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 60]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-three-single-copies-die-13831.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 5 r. brown red, three single copies, dies III, V, VI, with large margins and numeral postmarks of Oporto and Lisbon, one example being also cancelled by framed datestamp of Lisbon; as well as two pairs (faint crease), dies I &amp; II, with clear to large margins showing shifted alignment of transfers with numeral cancels of Lisbon and Oporto. Scarce. Af 5III = &euro; 13'860; Mi 5.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-three-single-copies-die-13831.htm" title="12746-14-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-14-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-three-single-copies-die-13831.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 61]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-die-vi-complete-to-larg-13842.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 5 r. brown red, die VI, complete to large margins, paying a single printed matter rate on newspaper wrapper front ''A Na&ccedil;ao'' dated January 29, 1856 from Lisbon to Vianna do Minho, tied by ''1'' numeral, matching ''Lisboa'' cds at right. Very rare. Cert. NFACP and Dias. Af 5VI; Mi 5. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Gon&ccedil;alves</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-die-vi-complete-to-larg-13842.htm" title="12746-15.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-15.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-red-die-vi-complete-to-larg-13842.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 62]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-red-die-i-pair-and-stri-13825.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1855-56, 5 r. brown red, die I, pair and strip of three, cut into in few places mostly due to a shifted alignment of the units in the sheet, otherwise complete to very large margins, the strip presenting slight wrinkles only at right due to having been applied on a wax seal. Both multiples applied to pay the single 3/8 oz rate on reverse of July 13, 1855 entire letter from Valen&ccedil;a to Oporto, tied by &ldquo;110&rdquo; numeral postmarks, repeated on front together with blue Valen&ccedil;a cds, backstamped on receipt. <strong>An extremely rare franking, being the largest on cover in existence, of which only three are recorded</strong>. One of the most significant items of this value. Af 5I; Mi 5.</div>
<div>&nbsp;</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-red-die-i-pair-and-stri-13825.htm" title="12746-16.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-16.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-red-die-i-pair-and-stri-13825.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 63]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-type-i-two-large-margined-co-13875.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 25 r. blue, type I, two large margined copies in different shades, unused without gum, plus a third unused copy, type II, this still possessing traces of original gum, with corner crease not affecting the design. A scarce trio. Af 6; Mi 6I.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-type-i-two-large-margined-co-13875.htm" title="12746-17-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-17-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-type-i-two-large-margined-co-13875.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 64]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/font-size-face-arial-span-class-13851.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<font size="2" face="Arial"><span class="033432215-09022009">1855-56, 50 r.  green, thin paper, two copies, one with o.g., the other without gum, both with  excellent margins. Minor imperfection not detracting from these pieces of  outstanding appearance, being rare thus. Af 8; Mi. 7a. <br />
</span></font><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/font-size-face-arial-span-class-13851.htm" title="12746-18.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-18.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/font-size-face-arial-span-class-13851.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 65]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-block-of-four-clear-to-ampl-13859.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 50 r. green, block of four, clear to ample margins, showing ''75'' numerals of Vila do Conde. Splitting caused by the die stroke, which is so often encountered and not considered an imperfection in Portuguese classic philatelic. Af 8; Mi 7a. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-block-of-four-clear-to-ampl-13859.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-block-of-four-clear-to-ampl-13859.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 66]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-on-thick-paper-a-splendid-m-13963.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 100 r. lilac on thick paper, a splendid marginal copy from the right of the sheet, graced by superb embossing, large to enormous margins and original gum. Extremely fine and scarce. Cert. NFACP. Af 9 = &euro; 1,370; Mi 8.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-on-thick-paper-a-splendid-m-13963.htm" title="12746-20.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-20.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-on-thick-paper-a-splendid-m-13963.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 67]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-large-margined-strip-of-f-13980.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 100 r. lilac, a large margined strip of four, displaying a different alignment of transfers, each stamp neatly cancelled by complete Braga ''56'' numeral strike. Very attractive and scarce. Af 9 = &euro; 1'305; Mi 8.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-large-margined-strip-of-f-13980.htm" title="12746-21.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-21.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-large-margined-strip-of-f-13980.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 68]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-vertical-block-of-six-from-13973.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-56, 100 r. lilac, vertical block of six from the top left corner of the sheet, immense sheet margins at top, cancelled by Oporto ''42'' numeral postmarks. Some splitting, as usually found in these issues and expected in a large multiple. A spectacular and scarce showpiece. Af 9 = &euro; 2,770+; Mi 8.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-vertical-block-of-six-from-13973.htm" title="12746-22.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-22.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-vertical-block-of-six-from-13973.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 69]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-ii-ample-to-ver-13986.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-58, 5 r. reddish brown, die II, ample to very large margins, original gum. Very fine. Af 10II = &euro; 740; Mi 9. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Gaudet</span>. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-ii-ample-to-ver-13986.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-reddish-brown-die-ii-ample-to-ver-13986.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 70]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-reddish-brown-die-ii-a-very-f-13988.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1856-58, 5 r. reddish brown, die II, a very fresh copy with complete to very large margins, neatly tied by Lisbon ''1'' numeral to ''Correio de Mirandella'' newspaper wrapper to Vila Fl&ocirc;r, carried at single newspaper rate per one page. 19 January 1857 Oporto datestamp on reverse. Cert. NFACP. Af 10II = &euro; 740; Mi 9. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Lima</span>.</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-reddish-brown-die-ii-a-very-f-13988.htm" title="12746-24.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-24.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-reddish-brown-die-ii-a-very-f-13988.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 71]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-rose-die-iii-outstanding-em-14000.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-58, 5 r. brown rose, die III, outstanding embossing and large margins for the most part, on May 6, 1859 ''Preludios-Litterarios'' newspaper, cancelled by neat ''77'' barred numeral with corresponding Coimbra cds at right. Scarce, covering the single printed matter rate. Cert. NFACP. Af 10III; Mi 9. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Felino</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-rose-die-iii-outstanding-em-14000.htm" title="12746-43.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-43.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-rose-die-iii-outstanding-em-14000.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 72]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-die-ii-two-copies-one-w-13997.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1856-58 5 r. brown, die II, two copies (one with vertical crease), both with good margins for the most part, as well as 1855-56 &ldquo;Straight Hair&rdquo; 50 r. green and 100 r. lilac, complete to large margins, in mixed franking with 1862-64 D. Lu&iacute;s 5 r. brown, die II, two clear to large margined copies, all paying a double registered cover to Spain up to 15 &ldquo;gramas&rdquo; (100 r. registration fee+70 r. double weight postage) according to the recently applied Portuguese-Spanish Convention per 1.2.1863, on cover front from Lisbon to Badajoz (Spain), dated 18 February 1863. Stamps tied by &ldquo;1&rdquo; numeral postmarks with at bottom nearly complete Lisbon registration oval datestamp. <strong>An incredible combination including two Kings values and four different stamps of three different issues, being one of only two such mixed frankings recorded, the other just being a small piece</strong>. A very desirable and impressive showpiece, regarded as one of the most significant frankings of classic Portuguese philately. Af 8, 9, 10II, 14; Mi 5, 7a, 8, 9, 12II. <em>Ex Morais Calado</em>.</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-die-ii-two-copies-one-w-13997.htm" title="12746-25.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-25.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-die-ii-two-copies-one-w-13997.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 73]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-four-single-copies-of-which-14019.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-58, 25 r. blue, four single copies, of which one coming from die I (1), die II (2) &amp; die III (1), good to enormous margins including a marginal copy, as well as one scarce pair, die I, in deep colour with o.g. Af 12I, 12II, 12III; Mi 10II.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-four-single-copies-of-which-14019.htm" title="12746-26-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-26-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-four-single-copies-of-which-14019.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 74]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-die-i-five-copies-good-marg-14029.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-58, 25 r. blue, die I, five copies, good margins for the most part, just one example slightly cut into at base, each tied by ''102'' numeral of Viana do Castelo on reverse of cover carried at quintuple rate not exceeding to 1 3/8 oz, with adjacent 27 January 1857 cds of Oporto. A very scarce and stunning franking. Af 12; Mi 10II. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Salgado</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-die-i-five-copies-good-marg-14029.htm" title="12746-27.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-27.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-die-i-five-copies-good-marg-14029.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 75]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-vii-a-remarkable-14062.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-58, 25 r. carmine rose, die VII, a remarkable block of four from the upper left corner of the sheet, large to immense balanced margins, original gum. Minor usual splitting at upper left corner, of no significance in these classic issues. A spectacular and rare showpiece. Af 13VII = &euro; 5,050; Mi 11. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Salgado</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-vii-a-remarkable-14062.htm" title="12746-28.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-28.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-vii-a-remarkable-14062.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 76]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-iv-vertical-half-14049.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-58, 25 r. carmine rose, die IV, vertical half of sheet, being a block of 12, clear to large margins, very attractively and cleanly cancelled by ''60'' numerals of Feira. Vertically and horizontally folded between adhesives in centre, not impinging on the designs. Very fine and scarce. Af 13IV; Mi 11. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-iv-vertical-half-14049.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-iv-vertical-half-14049.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 77]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-carmine-rose-die-iii-complet-14043.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1856-58, 25 r. carmine rose, die III, complete to wide balanced margins, very attractively tied by &ldquo;1&rdquo; numeral on March 18, 1859 entire letter from Lisbon to Oporto carried by SS &ldquo;Lusitania&rdquo;, with &ldquo;Lisboa&rdquo; oval datestamp and &ldquo;Excesso de Pezo/50&rdquo; (reis) due marking alongside for excess of weight over 3/8 oz. Very interesting and rare. Af 13III; Mi 11.</div><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-carmine-rose-die-iii-complet-14043.htm" title="12746-30.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-30.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-carmine-rose-die-iii-complet-14043.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 78]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-die-ii-double-impression-va-14074.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 5 r. brown, die II, double impression variety, very fine embossing, a magnificent copy from the bottom right corner of the sheet, ample to immense margins, original gum. Cert Dias. Af 14II = &euro; 1,180+; Mi 12II. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Gon&ccedil;alves</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-die-ii-double-impression-va-14074.htm" title="12746-31.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-31.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-die-ii-double-impression-va-14074.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 79]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-die-ii-block-of-four-with-c-14073.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 5 r. brown, die II, block of four with clear to wide margins and original gum. Tiny tear at bottom left faintly impinging on the design, of little consequence. Af 14II = &euro; 2,225; Mi 12II. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Urwick and Gaudet</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-die-ii-block-of-four-with-c-14073.htm" title="12746-32.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-32.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-brown-die-ii-block-of-four-with-c-14073.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 80]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-five-well-margined-copi-14087.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<div>1862-64, 5 r. brown, five well margined copies coming from dies VII to X, including one pair, together with rare block of 12, die III, showing uneven alignment of transfer in bottom horizontal row with clear to large margins, cleanly cancelled by barred ''129'' numerals of Pinhel (cert. NFACP, <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Valadares and Felino</span>). Af 14; Mi 12I.</div>
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-five-well-margined-copi-14087.htm" title="12746-33-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-33-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/div-r-brown-five-well-margined-copi-14087.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 81]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-orange-a-magnificent-block-14089.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 10 r. yellow orange, a magnificent block of four from the top left corner of the sheet, good embossing, large to complete even sheet margins, with original gum. Small and faint hinge gum translucencies, not detracting and only mentioned for accuracy. A spectacular showpiece of this multiple. Af 15 = &euro; 1,930+; Mi 13. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Salgado</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-orange-a-magnificent-block-14089.htm" title="12746-34.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-34.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-orange-a-magnificent-block-14089.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 82]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-iii-a-scarce-blo-14110.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 25 r. carmine rose, die III, a scarce block of eight on piece, being the lower two rows of the sheet, showing uneven alignment of units at top and complete to large margins, each stamp neatly tied by ''140'' numeral of Alvaiazere (<span style="font-style: italic;">ex Salgado</span>); also two single copies (die V) and one strip of three (die III) cancelled by pen stroke, pair (die IV) fiscally used on piece with manuscript cancel, as well as block of six (die VI) cancelled by Almeida ''114'' numerals. Af 16; Mi 14.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-iii-a-scarce-blo-14110.htm" title="12746-35-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-35-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-rose-die-iii-a-scarce-blo-14110.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 83]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-an-outstanding-selected-gro-14125.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 50 r. green, an outstanding selected group of five copies comprising a very rare vertical pair, very fresh impression and large margins for the most part (cert. NFACP, <span style="font-style: italic;">ex Leote and Lima</span>), together with three large margined single examples (one without gum and other affected by small thin). Af 17; Mi 15.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-an-outstanding-selected-gro-14125.htm" title="12746-36-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-36-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-an-outstanding-selected-gro-14125.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 84]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-three-splendid-copies-incl-14148.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 100 r. lilac, three splendid copies, including two spectacular marginal examples from the left and upper left corner of the sheet (<em>ex Salgado and Gaudet</em>). One copy without gum and usual splitting. One cert. NFACP. Af 18; Mi 16.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-three-splendid-copies-incl-14148.htm" title="12746-37-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-37-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-three-splendid-copies-incl-14148.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 85]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-horizontal-pair-showing-un-14150.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 100 r. lilac, horizontal pair, showing uneven alignment of designs, large margins on all four sides, unused without gum. A very fine and rare pair. Cert. NFACP. Af 18; Mi 16.<span style="font-style: italic;"> Ex Felino</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-horizontal-pair-showing-un-14150.htm" title="12746-38.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-38.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-horizontal-pair-showing-un-14150.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 86]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-remarkable-strip-of-four-14151.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 100 r. lilac, a remarkable strip of four, showing uneven alignment of units, outstandingly detailed impression with clear to mostly large margins and original gum. Faint minor tone spots, of little consequence and in no way detracting. A challenging and exceedingly rare multiple, being of essential significance for the advanced collection. Af 18 = &euro; 9,630; Mi 16.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-remarkable-strip-of-four-14151.htm" title="12746-39.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-39.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-remarkable-strip-of-four-14151.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 87]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-an-unusual-vertical-strip-o-14157.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 100 r. lilac, an unusual vertical strip of three with clear to large margins for the most part, cancelled by Leiria ''26'' numerals, as well as a mostly large margined pair fiscally used in manuscript. Af 18 = &euro; 1'230; Mi 16.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-an-unusual-vertical-strip-o-14157.htm" title="12746-41-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-41-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-an-unusual-vertical-strip-o-14157.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 88]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-spectacular-block-of-14169.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 100 r. lilac, a spectacular block of 11, detailed precise impression and delicate shade, featuring wide margins all around, with each stamp cancelled by clean strike of Braga ''56'' numeral. Ironed horizontal crease just touching frame lines of three stamps, as usually encountered in large multiples, in no way detracting. The second largest used multiple of this stamp, of which only two examples are recorded, this being the finest exhibiting an exquisite quality. Af 18; Mi 16. <span style="font-style: italic;">Ex Burrus and Morgoulis</span>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-spectacular-block-of-14169.htm" title="12746-40.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-40.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-a-spectacular-block-of-14169.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 89]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-three-single-copies-with-ve-14155.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-64, 100 r. lilac, three single copies with very fine embossing and mostly good margins, just one copy slightly cut into at right, all paying a double (note manuscript ''2'') convention rate up to 15 grams to Italy on cover, dated 25 August 1865, from Lisbon to Novi, tied by ''1'' numerals, matching ''Lisboa'' and ''P.D.'' handstamp on despatch at right. Italian transit and arrival handstamps on back. A rare and impressive franking. Af 18; Mi 16.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-three-single-copies-with-ve-14155.htm" title="12746-42.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12746-42.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-lilac-three-single-copies-with-ve-14155.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 90]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-stockholm-v-11367.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1765, Sept. 6. Entire letter from Stockholm via Abbofors to Pernau (Estonia), showing ''Stockolm'' postmark and superb straight-line ''St. Petersbovrg'' used as transit. Reverse with manuscript rates ''12'' &amp; ''27'' kopeks. A rare early entire in 1765. Signed Mikulski.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-stockholm-v-11367.htm" title="179-367.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-367.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-stockholm-v-11367.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 91]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-st-petersburg-to-fr-11372.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1766-84. Two covers from St. Petersburg to France, the earliest only showing French ''d'Holland'' entry, very probably carried to Amsterdam either privately or by a forwarding agent, with manuscript ''30'' sous (20 for a letter from Holland and 10 for Paris-Marseilles section); the second entire (slightly stained) shows straight-line ''St. Petersbovrg'' and it was rated on reverse ''44'' kopeks (Prussian transit) and ''32'' sous charged on delivery. A very scarce pair.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-st-petersburg-to-fr-11372.htm" title="179-372-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-372-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-st-petersburg-to-fr-11372.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 92]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-riga-to-pe-11383.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1767, April 30. Entire letter from Riga to Pernau (Estonia) with superb framed ''Riga'' at top right, rated ''8'' on reverse with red wax seal. One of the earliest recorded uses of the first Riga postmark. Very scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-riga-to-pe-11383.htm" title="179-383.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-383.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-riga-to-pe-11383.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 93]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/august-entire-letter-from-moscow-to-14761.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1787, August. Entire letter from Moscow to Grenoble (France), showing ''Moscow'' straight-line at bottom, with ''Maseyk'' transit at the Dutch border. Manuscript rates on reverse including the Moscow-Memel route fees and 44 kopecks for the Prussian charges between Memel and Wesel. Dutch charge ''4'' (stuyvers) and French ''31'' (sous) on front.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/august-entire-letter-from-moscow-to-14761.htm" title="179-432.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-432.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/august-entire-letter-from-moscow-to-14761.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 94]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-dorpat-est-16141.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1797. April 10. Entire letter from Dorpat (Estonia) to Pernau, with framed ''Dorpat'' postmark (Dobin fig. 0.01). Very scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-dorpat-est-16141.htm" title="179-448.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-448.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-dorpat-est-16141.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 95]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/mercury-type-the-k-surface-printed--16362.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1854-56, Mercury type, the 10 k. surface printed essay in blue, cut to shape and affixed to an envelope, tied by albino embossed trial cancellation of a hollow star surrounded by concentric rings of dots. In July 1854 the director of the Postal Department made an official request to the Council of State for the preparation of postage stamps; in the meantime, the Office of State Papers decided to set in motion the preparation of the first essays at the urging of the Postal Department. <strong>These early essays are of extreme scarcity and significance in classic Russian philately</strong>. Slight toning and surface imperfection to cover, not detracting. <strong>A most desirable rarity of which only two are recorded in this colour -the essays on envelopes being the most significant extant-</strong>. <em>Ex Faberg&eacute;</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/mercury-type-the-k-surface-printed--16362.htm" title="11805-1.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-1.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/mercury-type-the-k-surface-printed--16362.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 96]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/embossed-eagle-k-k-black-and-bl-16363.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1854-56, Embossed Eagle, 10 k. + 1 k. black and bluish green, wonderfully detailed impression, graced by a superb embossing. An important rarity. Signed Mikulski. <em>Ex Kirchner and Breitfuss</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/embossed-eagle-k-k-black-and-bl-16363.htm" title="11805-2.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-2.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/embossed-eagle-k-k-black-and-bl-16363.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 97]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-two-unused-regumme-11080.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 10 k. brown and blue, two ''unused'' regummed examples with exceptional large to huge margins, with pen cancellation chemically removed. Cert. Calves. Mi. 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-two-unused-regumme-11080.htm" title="179-76.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-76.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-two-unused-regumme-11080.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 98]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-outstanding-exa-11038.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 10 k. brown and blue, an outstanding example with huge margins, tied to piece by manuscript cross and superb strike of Beltsy. Very attractive and scarce. Mi. 1.<em> Ex Baughman, Goss, Liphschutz, Wilson and Bianchi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-outstanding-exa-11038.htm" title="179-34.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-34.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-outstanding-exa-11038.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 99]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-impressive-marg-16370.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, an impressive marginal copy from the bottom of the sheet, showing large to enormous sheet margins at base (5 mm), cancelled by manuscript cross on cover from St. Petersburg to Riga, with red framed ''S.P. Burg/21 Jan. 1858'' handstamp at bottom left, displaying receipt ''Polucheno'' handstamp on back. <strong>An outstanding item bearing a marginal copy which are very rare used on cover, of striking visual appeal, with the added significance of being a scarce early usage in the first month of issue</strong>. A striking exhibition item. Mi 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-impressive-marg-16370.htm" title="11805-9.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-9.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-impressive-marg-16370.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 100]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-a-very-fresh-copy--16373.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, a very fresh copy possessing large to exceptional margins and strong colour, tied by manuscript cross, as well as framed ''Polucheno'' (received) handstamp on arrival, applied on 25 January 1858 cover from Pernau to Preval, with bilingual''Pernow/Pernau'' cds on back. <strong>An early cover showing an exceptional usage of the ''Polucheno'' handstamp by tying the adhesive</strong>. Mi 1.&nbsp;<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-a-very-fresh-copy--16373.htm" title="11805-12.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-12.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-a-very-fresh-copy--16373.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 101]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-exceptional-cor-16376.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, an exceptional corner copy with large to enormous margins, of great freshness displaying a vivid strong colour, cancelled by manuscript cross on cover from Archangelsk to St. Petersburg, showing on reverse two-lines handstamp on departure dated February 19 1858. <strong>An extremely rare usage of a corner copy on cover, which is in outstanding condition</strong>. A striking exhibition item. Mi 1. <em>Ex Mertens</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-exceptional-cor-16376.htm" title="11805-15.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-15.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-an-exceptional-cor-16376.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 102]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-predominantly-larg-16374.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, predominantly large margins, used on cover from Libau to Riga, neatly tied by ''239'' rectangular handstamp of dots, with corresponding ''Libava'' three-lines datestamp (22 March 1858) at left, backstamped on arrival by framed dated ''Polucheno''. A very desirable showpiece exhibiting a cancellation in outstanding quality. Mi 1.&nbsp;<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-predominantly-larg-16374.htm" title="11805-13.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-13.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-predominantly-larg-16374.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 103]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-a-very-fine-copy-w-16375.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, a very fine copy with excellent margins all around, on 22 March 1858 entire letter from Riga to Moscow, cleanly tied by Riga cds. Less than five covers are recorded with this cancellation, this being one of the finest. Mi 1. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-a-very-fine-copy-w-16375.htm" title="11805-14.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-14.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-a-very-fine-copy-w-16375.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 104]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-clear-to-large-mar-16367.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, clear to large margins except for being very close at bottom right, cancelled by manuscript cross, on 22 March 1858 entire letter from Talsen (Kurland Province) to Mitawa, showing unframed datestamp of Talsen on front, backstamped with 23 March cds on receipt (back flap opened for display at left). A very scarce usage from a small locality. Mi 1. <em>Ex Mikulski</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-clear-to-large-mar-16367.htm" title="11805-6.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-6.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-clear-to-large-mar-16367.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 105]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-wide-to-large-marg-16377.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, wide to large margins for the most part, on cover to M&uuml;hlenhoff, neatly cancelled by ''Illukst'' straight-line (Kurland Province), matching red ''Illukst Otprav'' and 29 March 1858 date in two-lines handstamp applied at base, with framed ''Polucheno'' marking of Riga. Filing fold and few small tone spots to cover, not impinging on the franking and not detracting from the very attractive combination of colours and handstamp types. <strong>Probably a unique usage on cover of this pre-adhesive period cancellation from a small locality</strong>. Mi 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-wide-to-large-marg-16377.htm" title="11805-16.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-16.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-wide-to-large-marg-16377.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 106]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-showing-vivid-colo-16371.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, showing vivid colour with good margins all around, tied by 22 April cds of Riga on cover to Pernau, with bilingual Pernau cds on back. A very attractive usage of the ''Number One'' on cover. Mi 1. <em>Ex Mikulski</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-showing-vivid-colo-16371.htm" title="11805-10.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-10.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-showing-vivid-colo-16371.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 107]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-close-in-one-place-16368.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, close in one place at top, otherwise large margins all around, tied by ''Kargopol'' straight-line handstamp and manuscript cancel dated ''26 April&quot;, on cover to Onyega. A most abnormal usage of handstamp and manuscript date tying the franking. Very desirable. Mi 1. <em>Ex Mikulski</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-close-in-one-place-16368.htm" title="11805-7.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-7.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-close-in-one-place-16368.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 108]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-ample-to-large-bal-16369.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, ample to large balanced margins, used on envelope to Warsaw, tied by very fine strike of framed ''Sventsyany'' (Vilnius Province, nowadays named Svencionis in Lithuania), a matching two-lines dated handstamp on back, with traces of red ink on front of Warsaw handstamps off-set from other covers. Red cds of Warsaw dated 13 May on reverse. Cover very slightly reduced at left, of no significance. <strong>Very probably a unique usage from this locality in Lithuania</strong>. Mi 1. <em>Ex Faberg&eacute; and Mikulski</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-ample-to-large-bal-16369.htm" title="11805-8.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-8.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-ample-to-large-bal-16369.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 109]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-complete-to-predom-16364.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, complete to predominantly large margins, used on envelope to Riga tied by a clean strike of ''Jakobshtadt'' straight-line, matching 10 June 1858 cds on dispatch on reverse which is overstruck by framed ''Polucheno'' handstamp on receipt. Wax seal removed resulting in a small portion of paper loss on front at top which has been repaired. A rare cover including an infrequent usage of an envelope. Mi 1. <em>Ex Mertens</em> <em>and Mikulski</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-complete-to-predom-16364.htm" title="11805-3.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-3.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-complete-to-predom-16364.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 110]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-good-margins-all-a-16372.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 10 k. brown and blue, good margins all around, slight natural buckling at bottom left caused when originally affixed to cover, tied by very fine strike of red ''Dinaburg'' cds dated 17 June 1858, on cover to Riga, with a further two-lines datestamp applied on reverse on departure, with framed ''Polucheno'' handstamp of receipt alongside. <strong>An extremely rare usage of a circular handstamp in red, this only being in service from April to June. Just two covers are recorded bearing this cancellation, the other coming from the Mikulski collection. One of the most significant and visually impressive usages of the ''Number One''</strong>. Signed Friedl. Mi 1. <em>Ex Faberg&eacute; and Gibson</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-good-margins-all-a-16372.htm" title="11805-11.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-11.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-good-margins-all-a-16372.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 111]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-three-very-fine-an-11050.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 10 k. brown and blue, three very fine and fresh examples, all displaying large margins except the right-hand stamp with clear top margin, attractively and in a balanced way applied on piece, with each adhesive tied by pen crosses. An extremely rare franking which is the highest in existence of this value, of great significance for the advanced collection. Mi. 1. <em>Ex Liphschutz and Bianchi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-three-very-fine-an-11050.htm" title="179-46.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-46.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-brown-and-blue-three-very-fine-an-11050.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 112]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/postage-stamp-for-moscow-and-st-pet-11091.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, Postage Stamp for Moscow and St. Petersburg. 5 k. black and blue, a very fine and fresh horizontal pair on envelope to Voronesh tied by two light strikes of Moscow cds (1864, Dec. 22), leaving large part of the design clear, with arrival alongside on Dec.25. An extremely rare multiple on cover of only two recorded used in Moscow. An important rarity of great desirability. Cert. Mikulski. Mi. 2. <em>Ex Faberg&eacute;, Liphschutz and Bianchi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/postage-stamp-for-moscow-and-st-pet-11091.htm" title="179-87.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/179-87.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/postage-stamp-for-moscow-and-st-pet-11091.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 113]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-complete-set-of-perforated-colour-11137.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 5 k. complete set of perforated colour trials on gummed watermarked paper. Mi. 20Pa-20Pe. <em>Ex Liphschutz and Bianchi</em>. (No photo)<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-complete-set-of-perforated-colour-11137.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/k-complete-set-of-perforated-colour-11137.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 114]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-envelope-slightly-reduced-at-le-16733.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1915, Aug. 4. Envelope (slightly reduced at left) to Troizko-Pecherskoye bearing Imperial Russia 10 k. on front and Ustsysolsk 1915 2 k. green on reverse tied by cds. Chuchin 25.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-envelope-slightly-reduced-at-le-16733.htm" title="102699-4.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102699-4.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-envelope-slightly-reduced-at-le-16733.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 115]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-k-postal-stationery-cancelled-by-16732.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1915-17 ca. 3 k. postal stationery cancelled by very rare fancy skull cancel. One of the most desirable usages of these mute types used during the First World War in Russia.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-k-postal-stationery-cancelled-by-16732.htm" title="102699-3.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102699-3.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-k-postal-stationery-cancelled-by-16732.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 116]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/philately-for-children-k-orange-imp-16366.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1922, Philately for Children. 1 k. orange, imperforate, second issue, complete pane of 25 showing a slightly shifted alignment of overprints, with full original gum, in a pristine state of preservation. A very rare and desirable rarity of great visual impact. Mi 185IIB.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/philately-for-children-k-orange-imp-16366.htm" title="11805-5.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-5.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/philately-for-children-k-orange-imp-16366.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 117]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/moscow-philatelic-exhibition-souven-16365.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1932, Moscow Philatelic exhibition. Souvenir sheet of four on thick paper for presentation purposes as a gift for important personages, containing 2 adhesives of each denomination featuring 15 k. brown and 35 k. ultramarine, unused without gum as issued. Slight wrinkles in margins resulting in one having a slight incision at right, all clear of the designs, nevertheless in above average condition for this Soviet Union rarity, with only 475 printed sheets of which few have survived. Highly desirable.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/moscow-philatelic-exhibition-souven-16365.htm" title="11805-4.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/11805-4.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/moscow-philatelic-exhibition-souven-16365.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 118]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/central-nbsp-lithuania-march-regist-16730.htm</link><description><![CDATA[CENTRAL&nbsp;LITHUANIA. 1921. March 22. Registered envelope from Vilnius to Lvov, bearing 1921 4 M+1M t&ecirc;te-b&ecirc;che pair tied by ''Wilno'' cds. Scarce. Mi 30K.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/central-nbsp-lithuania-march-regist-16730.htm" title="102699-1.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102699-1.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/central-nbsp-lithuania-march-regist-16730.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 119]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-lady-mc-leod-exhibiting-supe-16722.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1847, 5 c. blue ''Lady Mc Leod'', exhibiting superb colour and crisp impression, with clear margins on two sides, the other two being incredibly large, unused without gum. The steamship ''Lady Mc Leod'' served between Port of Spain and San Fernando carrying mail, passengers and freight. In April 1847, David Bryce, the owner of the steamship, made a stamp available so that anyone (or 'any passengers') who wished to send letters were able to prepay the charge for carrying post on board the ship. An extremely rare and famous stamp of the British Empire, of even more significance in such exceptional quality. Certs. Brandon, Philatelic Foundation N.Y. and A. Diena. SG 1 = 25,000 &pound;.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-lady-mc-leod-exhibiting-supe-16722.htm" title="4280-365.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-365.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-lady-mc-leod-exhibiting-supe-16722.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 120]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/gauchitos-complete-set-in-blocks-of-9402.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, ''Gauchitos''. Complete set in blocks of four with original gum, including two multiples which are marginal. These values were not definitively issued due to the increase of rates, with just 1,200 copies printed for each value. Scarce. Kn. 1-4.<br />
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</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-cuato-brown-horizontal-pair-pos-9420.htm" title="4280-19.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-19.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-cuato-brown-horizontal-pair-pos-9420.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 124]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-in-blue-a-magnificent-copy-posses-9430.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 1 p (''In'') blue, a magnificent copy possessing large margins for the most part, cleanly tied to cover to Montevideo by black ''ponchito''. The franking paid the single domestic rate up to 4 ''adarmes'', which also applied to a bordering South American republic as destination. A rare cover in this outstanding condition. Kn. 11.<span style="font-style: italic;"><br />
</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-in-blue-a-magnificent-copy-posses-9430.htm" title="4280-29.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-29.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-in-blue-a-magnificent-copy-posses-9430.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 125]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cabecitas-three-pieces-each-featu-9454.htm</link><description><![CDATA[''Cabecitas''. 1859-1862, three pieces, each featuring two-colour franking comprising 4 r. green+1 p. blue tied by dotted oval, 1 p. dark blue+2 p. vermilion (cds) and 1862 2 p. blue in mixed franking with ''Escuditos'' 5 c. rose-carmine tied by blue cds (cert. PF). A very fine and unusual group. Kn. 10b, 16-18, 22.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cabecitas-three-pieces-each-featu-9454.htm" title="4280-53-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-53-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cabecitas-three-pieces-each-featu-9454.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 126]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-light-blue-on-horizontally-laid-p-15794.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. light blue on horizontally laid paper, complete sheet of 30, showing shades varying from light blue to blue, with original gum. Two closed tears affecting five adhesives, nevertheless <strong>a very scarce complete sheet of which only nine are recorded</strong>, in contrasting shade and printed on different laid paper than the previous lot offered in this sale. Cert. Del Mazo and R. Kneitschel. Kn 1. <em>Ex Falzaresi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-light-blue-on-horizontally-laid-p-15794.htm" title="12745-1.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-1.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-light-blue-on-horizontally-laid-p-15794.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 127]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-laid-paper-position-an-attract-16713.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. on laid paper, position 14, an attractive copy exhibiting a delicate light shade with complete to ample margins, used on 22 may 1861 entire letter from Villa de San Francisco to Cordoba. Some imperfection to cover of little significance for this important and most rare example of Argentine postal history, being one of only five covers known bearing this adhesive, all originating from localities in the interior which were not served by the National Post. Cert. Solari-Mautal&eacute;n, signed V&iacute;ctor Kneitschel. <em>Ex Marc&oacute; del Pont, Eli&ccedil;abe, S&aacute;nchez and Hubbard</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-laid-paper-position-an-attract-16713.htm" title="4280-360.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-360.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-laid-paper-position-an-attract-16713.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 128]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-horizontally-laid-paper-pos-9470.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 10 c. black, horizontally laid paper, position 20, a very fresh bottom right sheet-corner copy with part original gum. Hardly noticeable thin spot, in no way detracting from this visually impressive and magnificent example of this very difficult stamp, with only about 25 single copies in existence, most of them possessing faults. Cert. Solari-Mautal&eacute;n. Kn. 2.<span style="font-style: italic;"><br />
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</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-horizontally-laid-paper-pos-9470.htm" title="4280-69.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-69.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-horizontally-laid-paper-pos-9470.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 129]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-block-of-eight-composition-15709.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1876, (3 c.) rose, block of eight, composition 2, very fresh impression with complete to wide margins with only one example slightly cut into at top, cancelled by small type cds of Corrientes, dated 4.10.1876. Traces of original gum on reverse causing small translucencies visible on front. Cert. Solari. Kn 11.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-block-of-eight-composition-15709.htm" title="12745-2.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-2.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-block-of-eight-composition-15709.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 130]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-dark-lilac-block-of-eight-composi-15715.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, (3 c.) dark lilac, block of eight, composition 8, ample to huge margins showing two neat strikes of Corrientes large type cds dated 14 October 1879, being <strong>the latest date of use of this value</strong>. Minor wrinkles not apparent on front and natural paper crease in upper left corner, none of which detract from this interesting and scarce multiple. Cert. Solari. Kn 14. <em>Ex Frapolli</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-dark-lilac-block-of-eight-composi-15715.htm" title="12745-3.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-3.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-dark-lilac-block-of-eight-composi-15715.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 131]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-showing-a-non-constant-colour-9475.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. red, showing a non constant colourless flaw through ornament in bottom tablet, just touched in places, otherwise clear to ample margins, tied to single weight cover to Salta by elliptical &ldquo;Franca&rdquo; handstamp with corresponding &ldquo;Administracion General/de/Correos del Parana&rdquo; oval at bottom left. Kn. 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-showing-a-non-constant-colour-9475.htm" title="4280-74.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-74.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-showing-a-non-constant-colour-9475.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 132]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-exceptional-margins-on-three--9477.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. red, exceptional margins on three sides, being just shaved in small part of right margin, on December 1862 cover from Santa F&eacute; to Rosario, being redirected to Montevideo with 24 December 1862 Rosario cds on back. Stamp tied by superb strike of elliptical &ldquo;Franca&rdquo; handstamp, matching neat &ldquo;Administracion/de/Correos/Santa-Fe&rdquo; ellipse alongside, both applied in blue, including the unusual Montevideo arrival on front. A very scarce usage also exhibiting an unusual cancellation. Kn. 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-exceptional-margins-on-three--9477.htm" title="4280-76.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-76.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-exceptional-margins-on-three--9477.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 133]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-two-well-margined-copies-of-w-16712.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. red, two well margined copies, of which one with small tear at top, each used on 1860-62 single weight entire letters from Corrientes to Buenos Aires, tied by different manuscript strokes. Docekting of receipt inside including ''Ypora'' and ''Olinda'' steamers, the former originating from Paraguay. Scarce. Kn 1. <em>Ex Hubbard</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-two-well-margined-copies-of-w-16712.htm" title="4280-359.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-359.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-two-well-margined-copies-of-w-16712.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 134]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-pair-and-single-copy-with-ver-16715.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. red, pair and single copy with very good margins, uncancelled on undated cover from Rosario to Cordoba. Some soiling, nevertheless a scarce franking. Kn 1. <em>Ex Hubbard</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-pair-and-single-copy-with-ver-16715.htm" title="4280-362.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-362.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-pair-and-single-copy-with-ver-16715.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 135]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-large-balanced-margins-all--9480.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 10 c. green, large balanced margins all around, used on cover (addressee's surname cut out) carried at double rate per 8 ''adarmes'' to Buenos Aires, tied by ''Correo Nacional del Rosario/Franca'' handstamp. Signed Jamet. Kn. 2.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-large-balanced-margins-all--9480.htm" title="4280-79.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-79.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-large-balanced-margins-all--9480.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 136]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-large-margins-except-for-be-9482.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 10 c. green, large margins except for being partly cut into at right, on double weight entire letter dated 23 December 1858 from Tucum&aacute;n to Rosario, tied by ''Franca'' straight-line on dispatch. A scarce cancellation. Signed Kurchan. Kn. 2.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-large-margins-except-for-be-9482.htm" title="4280-81.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-81.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-large-margins-except-for-be-9482.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 137]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-and-c-blue-two-well-margined--9490.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 5 c. red and 15 c. blue, two well margined copies, one being marginal, both tied to piece by &ldquo;Correo Nacional del Rosario/Franca&rdquo; oval. A very scarce franking. Signed Del Mazo. Kn. 1, 3.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-and-c-blue-two-well-margined--9490.htm" title="4280-89.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-89.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-and-c-blue-two-well-margined--9490.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 138]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-a-very-fine-copy-graced-by-a-16714.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1858, 15 c. blue, a very fine copy graced by ample balanced margins on all four sides, tied by elusive ''Rioja/Franca'' double oval handstamp on cover to Dolores, paying a triple weight letter rate up to 12 ''adarmes''. A very fine example of this scarce single franking, with the rare cancellation usage further enhancing the desirability of this piece. Kn 3. <em>Ex Hubbard</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-a-very-fine-copy-graced-by-a-16714.htm" title="4280-361.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-361.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-a-very-fine-copy-graced-by-a-16714.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 139]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-large-figure-enormous-margins-9493.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 5 c. red, large figure, enormous margins for the most part showing frame lines of adjacent adhesives, cleanly tied by ''Correo Nacional del Rosario/Franca oval on 2 September 1860 entire letter to Buenos Aires. A splendid example of this rare single franking featuring this stamp, of which few are recorded. Signed Kneitschel. Kn. 4. <em>Ex Schatzk&egrave;s and Frapolli</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-large-figure-enormous-margins-9493.htm" title="4280-92.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-92.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-large-figure-enormous-margins-9493.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 140]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-large-figure-a-marginal-copy--9494.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 5 c. red, large figure, a marginal copy with splendid margins in mixed franking with 10 c. green, small figure, a large margined copy except for being slightly cut into at left, both tied to piece by oval handstamp of Rosario. The large figure 5 c. red adhesive is extremely rare when used in combination with any other stamp; this example is only one of only three such frankings recorded. Kn. 2, 4<span style="font-style: italic;">. Ex Frapolli. </span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-large-figure-a-marginal-copy--9494.htm" title="4280-93.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-93.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-large-figure-a-marginal-copy--9494.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 141]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pale-salmon-rose-vertical-block-o-15756.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, 5 c. pale salmon-rose, vertical block of eight composed of two rejoined blocks of four, positions 31-32 / 38-39 / 45-46 / 52-53, remarkably clear impression from an unworn plate. Horizontal crease at top and base, of no importance for this exceptional piece. <strong>A very rare reconstructed block of eight which originated from one unique complete sheet of seventy in this shade.</strong> Cert. Del Mazo and R. Kneitschel. Kn. 7a. <em>Ex Sabbatini, Del Mazo and Alemany</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pale-salmon-rose-vertical-block-o-15756.htm" title="12745-4.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-4.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pale-salmon-rose-vertical-block-o-15756.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 142]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-third-printing-nbsp-a-well--15759.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 10 c. green, third printing,&nbsp; a well margined pair showing over-inked impression in places, with large part o.g. Minor thinning at left, barely detracting. Scarce. Cert. R. Kneitschel. Kn 8.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-third-printing-nbsp-a-well--15759.htm" title="12745-12.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-12.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-third-printing-nbsp-a-well--15759.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 143]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-position-displaying-the-famo-10955.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, 15 c. blue, position 51, displaying the famous ''without accent on 'U' '' variety which only occurred in one position in the sheet of 70, showing a delicate and beautiful light shade with clear to ample margins for the most part, cancelled by ink stroke and ''Certificado'' straight-line handstamp. <strong>An attractive copy of this very rare variety, of which only about 10 are recorded</strong>. Kn. 9II. <em>Ex Sabbatini</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-position-displaying-the-famo-10955.htm" title="1-2998.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-2998.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-position-displaying-the-famo-10955.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 144]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-a-well-margined-copy-used-on-9515.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-63, 5 c. rose, a well margined copy, used on 20 June 1864 entire letter from Rioja to C&oacute;rdoba tied by ''Rioja/Franca'' oval. Single rate. A very scarce and desirable cancellation. Kn 10.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-a-well-margined-copy-used-on-9515.htm" title="4280-114.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-114.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-a-well-margined-copy-used-on-9515.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 145]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-lilac-a-marginal-block-of-eight-f-15767.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-63, 5 c. lilac, a marginal block of eight from the left of the sheet, positions 43-46 / 50-53, outstandingly detailed impression displaying large margins on three sides to huge at left. Few ironed creases as usually encountered in large multiples of this issue, none of which apparent on front. No complete sheets are recorded in this colour. Listed in Kneitschel under notable pieces of this issue. <strong>One of the largest multiples known in this very appealing and scarce shade</strong>. Cert. Del Mazo and Solari. Kn 10a. <em>Ex Sabbatini and Falzaresi</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-lilac-a-marginal-block-of-eight-f-15767.htm" title="12745-5.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-5.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-lilac-a-marginal-block-of-eight-f-15767.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 146]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pale-carmine-rose-complete-sheet--15766.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-63, 5 c. pale carmine-rose, complete sheet of 70, including the three leading varieties occurring in the plate at positions 3, 11 &amp; 56, unused without gum as usual. Three barely visible creases in margins not affecting the designs, some faint staining and small closed tear at right in margin which just touches one adhesive, though still in a good state of preservation for these large ''Escuditos'' sheets.<strong> One of only nine complete sheets in existence, of which this is extremely rare being in a much scarcer shade than the others. An impressive and desirable exhibition item</strong>.&nbsp;Cert. Del Mazo, Solari and R. Kneitschel. Kn 10b. <em>Ex Sabbatini and Galvalisi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pale-carmine-rose-complete-sheet--15766.htm" title="12745-6.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-6.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pale-carmine-rose-complete-sheet--15766.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 147]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-a-splendid-pair-from-the-top-9528.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-63, 5 c. rose, a splendid pair from the top left corner of the sheet, showing a light impression caused by a prominently worn plate,&nbsp; cleanly cancelled by blue oval of dots (7x7) of Buenos Aires on single weight cover to Corrientes. An exquisite quality example of this franking. Signed Kneitschel. Kn. 14.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-a-splendid-pair-from-the-top-9528.htm" title="4280-127.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-127.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-a-splendid-pair-from-the-top-9528.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 148]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-purple-red-narrow-c-second-printi-15784.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 5 c. purple red, narrow ''C'', second printing, a remarkable marginal block of eight from the left of the sheet, positions 15-18 / 22-25, wonderful large even margins on three sides to very large sheet margin at left. This value, despite of being printed by a new lithographic stone, in this piece already exhibits worn plate signs such as vertical scratch through positions 18 and 25 at right, and laurels with colourless spots in some clich&eacute;s, both features suggesting the commencement of a semi-worn plate. Registered in Kneitschel catalogue under notable pieces, and listed in the philatelic selections of Sociedad Filat&eacute;lica Argentina and Asociaci&oacute;n Filat&eacute;lica de la R. Argentina. Two thin surface scrawls affecting two adhesives, none of which detract from this, <strong>the largest unused multiple in existence, which is also considered the most important item of this value</strong>. A sensational exhibition item. Cert. Del Mazo and R. Kneitschel. Kn 15. <em>Ex Gargantini and Falzaresi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-purple-red-narrow-c-second-printi-15784.htm" title="12745-7.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-7.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-purple-red-narrow-c-second-printi-15784.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 149]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-worn-plate-horizontal-pair-w-15782.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862-63, 5 c. rose, worn plate, horizontal pair with good margins, used in combination with 1864 5 c. red, narrow ''C'', three huge margins and slightly cut into at top, both tied to piece by blue ''OM'' maritime oval handstamp of Buenos Aires. <strong>A very rare franking made up of two different issues representing the same denomination</strong>. Cert. Del Mazo and Solari. Kn 14, 15. <em>Ex Falzaresi</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-worn-plate-horizontal-pair-w-15782.htm" title="12745-11.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-11.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-rose-worn-plate-horizontal-pair-w-15782.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 150]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-chocolate-dull-lilac-plate-proof--15907.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. chocolate-dull lilac, plate proof in marginal strip of six of worn impression, positions 51-56. Horizontal crease of little consequence for this exceedingly scarce multiple originating from the only one complete sheet of 100. Cert. R. Kneitschel. Kn 15.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-chocolate-dull-lilac-plate-proof--15907.htm" title="12745-8.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-8.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-chocolate-dull-lilac-plate-proof--15907.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 151]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/rivadavias-first-printing-c-red-ros-9534.htm</link><description><![CDATA[RIVADAVIAS. First Printing. 1864, 5 c. red rose, ample to large margins displaying a clear impression which is characteristic of this printing, unused without gum. Tiny faint thin at right, not detracting from the very fine appearance of this elusive stamp in unused condition. Kn. 16.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/rivadavias-first-printing-c-red-ros-9534.htm" title="4280-133.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-133.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/rivadavias-first-printing-c-red-ros-9534.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 152]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-rose-first-printing-clear-imp-15811.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 5 c. red rose, first printing, clear impression, two copies both displaying a spectacular pre-printing fold, cancelled by dotted oval of San Nicol&aacute;s and blue ''OM'' postmark, one with left sheet-margin. A spectacular and rare pair. Cert. Solari. Kn 16.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-rose-first-printing-clear-imp-15811.htm" title="12745-9.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-9.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-rose-first-printing-clear-imp-15811.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 153]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-printing-an-extraordi-9539.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 10 c. green, first printing, an extraordinary marginal copy from the right of the sheet, outstanding even margins varying from large to huge, clear impression, cancelled by light strike of blue negative &ldquo;OM&rdquo; oval of Buenos Aires. Suspicion of small thin in right sheet margin, in no way detracting from one of the most visually impressive examples of this scarce stamp. Signed A. Diena. Kn. 17<span style="font-style: italic;">. Ex Caspary.<br />
</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-printing-an-extraordi-9539.htm" title="4280-138.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-138.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-printing-an-extraordi-9539.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 154]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/span-style-font-style-italic-span-9541.htm</link><description><![CDATA[<span style="font-style: italic;">1</span>864, 10 c. green, first printing, attractive intense shade, large margins on all four sides, cancelled by &ldquo;Correos del Parana&rdquo; datestamp in blue. Extremely desirable in this very fine quality with a very unusual combination of colours. Signed Kneitschel. Kn. 17<span style="font-style: italic;">.</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/span-style-font-style-italic-span-9541.htm" title="4280-140.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-140.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/span-style-font-style-italic-span-9541.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 155]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-printing-vivid-colour-9540.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 10 c. green, first printing, vivid colour, ample to huge margins showing part of frame line of adjoining adhesive at left, cancelled by blue negative &ldquo;OM&rdquo; oval of Buenos Aires. A delightful example of this rare stamp. Cert. RPS. Kn. 17.<span style="font-style: italic;"><br />
</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-printing-vivid-colour-9540.htm" title="4280-139.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-139.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-printing-vivid-colour-9540.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 156]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-printing-a-gorgeous-co-9542.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 15 c. blue, first printing, a gorgeous copy graced by a very appealing and vivid light shade, possessing large to enormous margins which exhibit part of the frame line of upper adjoining adhesive, cancelled by negative blue oval of the ''Oficina Mar&iacute;tima'' of Buenos Aires. One of the most spectacular examples in existence of this rare stamp, of which only about 30 are recorded in used condition. Cert. PF and signed Kneitschel. Kn. 18<span style="font-style: italic;">.</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-printing-a-gorgeous-co-9542.htm" title="4280-141.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-141.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-printing-a-gorgeous-co-9542.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 157]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-printing-a-very-fresh--9544.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 15 c. blue, first printing, a very fresh left sheet-margin copy exhibiting a bright colour, wide to huge margins, tied to piece<span style="font-style: italic;"> </span>by trace of blue ink and &ldquo;OM&rdquo; oval of Buenos Aires in blue. Small scissors cut just shaving the bottom right margin when vertical separation of the neighbouring bottom row was made, not detracting from the very fine appearance and extremely scarce usage on piece. Kn. 18<span style="font-style: italic;">. </span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-printing-a-very-fresh--9544.htm" title="4280-143.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-143.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-printing-a-very-fresh--9544.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 158]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-rose-first-and-second-printin-9548.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 5 c. red rose, first and second printings, franking a single weight cover dated 22 December 1865 to Buenos Aires, tied by fine strike of &ldquo;Admon de Correos/Del/Baradero&rdquo; oval in green. Scarce. Kn. 19.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-rose-first-and-second-printin-9548.htm" title="4280-147.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-147.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-rose-first-and-second-printin-9548.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 159]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-tr-9568.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864-66, 10 c. green, first to fifth printings, trimmed by scissors cut in places as is often encountered in these issues, tied by superb strike of ''Correo de Santiago del Estero'' circular laureated handstamp in blue on 11 December 1866 cover to Tucum&aacute;n. An unusual cover of great visual appeal. Kn. 21c.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-tr-9568.htm" title="4280-167.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-167.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-tr-9568.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 160]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-re-9570.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864-66, 10 c. green, first to fifth printings, remarkably deep shade, tied by rococo &ldquo;Correos de Yavi&rdquo; in blue on 31 January 1866 entire letter to Tupisa (Bolivia), paying the double domestic rate wich also applied for letters to a bordering foreign country. A very fine cover exhibiting a very scarce cancellation. Signed Solari and Jalil. Kn. 21c. <em>Ex Sabbatini</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-re-9570.htm" title="4280-169.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-169.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-re-9570.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 161]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-us-9660.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864-66, 10 c. green, first to fifth printings, used in mixed franking with ABN 1867-73 5 c. vermilion, background of crossed lines, on cover front to Copiap&oacute; (Chile) tied by indistinct cancellation in blue-green. A scarce and attractive franking addressed to an unusual destination. Signed Jalil. Kn. 21c, 36.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-us-9660.htm" title="4280-253.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-253.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-first-to-fifth-printings-us-9660.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 162]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-to-fifth-printings-int-9580.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864-66, 15 c. blue, first to fifth printings, intense dark shade, tied by negative ''OM'' oval in blue on cover to Corrientes endorsed ''P. Pavon'' and ''Con un paquete Peri&oacute;dicos'' thus justifying the high rate applied. Kn. 22d.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-to-fifth-printings-int-9580.htm" title="4280-179.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-179.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-to-fifth-printings-int-9580.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 163]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-to-fifth-printings-pai-9581.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864-66, 15 c. blue, first to fifth printings, pair displaying a brilliant light shade, on registered cover from Buenos Aires to C&oacute;rdoba, paying the 25 c. per registered fee and the single 5 c. for rate, tied by dotted ovals with corresponding datestamp on dispatch at right and italic ''Certificada'' handstamps in angles as stipulated per postal regulations. Receipt docket and signature inside by the addressee compulsory for registered mail, dated 4 November 1865. Small paper erosions on front not affecting the postal features, being closed on back and mentioned for accuracy only. A very rare and desirable registered franking. Kn. 22d.<span style="font-style: italic;"> Ex Frapolli.<br />
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</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-to-fifth-printings-pai-9581.htm" title="4280-180.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-180.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-first-to-fifth-printings-pai-9581.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 164]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-imperf-sixth-printing-a-well--9599.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. red, imperf. sixth printing, a well margined copy tied to large part of cover front by oval of dots, with Buenos Aires departure and arrival cds's alongside. A scarce franking. Signed Kneitschel. Kn. 25.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-imperf-sixth-printing-a-well--9599.htm" title="4280-198.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-198.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-imperf-sixth-printing-a-well--9599.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 165]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-sixth-additional-printing-wo-9606.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 15c. blue, sixth additional printing, worn impression and beautiful bright shade, unused without gum as issued, showing large even margins on all four sides and an unusual double impression variety which further enhances the considerable appeal of this copy. A very rare stamp in unused condition and of outstanding appearance. Cert. Holcombe and RPS. Kn. 29.<span style="font-style: italic;"> Ex Amundsen and Neuberger.<br />
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</span><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-sixth-additional-printing-wo-9606.htm" title="4280-205.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/4280-205.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-sixth-additional-printing-wo-9606.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 166]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-sixth-additional-printing-im-15893.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 15 c. blue, sixth additional printing, imperforate and unwatermarked, semi-worn impression, with predominantly large margins just touching one place at top left, cancelled by mute cancel of Buenos Aires. Very slight tone spots on reverse hardly visible on front. Cert. Solari. Kn 29.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-sixth-additional-printing-im-15893.htm" title="12745-10.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12745-10.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-sixth-additional-printing-im-15893.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 167]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-january-cover-to-10544.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1905, January. Cover to Pulacayo (Bolivia) bearing 5 c. (small tear at top) used in very rare mixed franking with Bolivia 1901-04 5 c., the latter being applied for paying the inland Bolivian fee, both tied by ''Ambulancia Entre Calama y Cebolla'' cds at the Bolivian frontier. A fascinating cover and as far as we can say, unique. Kn. 153+Bol. Yv. 69.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-january-cover-to-10544.htm" title="102946-12.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-12.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-january-cover-to-10544.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 168]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9989.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1 p., 5 p., 10 p. and 20 p., unused blocks of four, three being marginal. Very fine and scarce. Certs. Solari. Kn. 166-69.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9989.htm" title="2-1512-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1512-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9989.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 169]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9990.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1 p., 5 p., 10 p. and 20 p. in four complete sheet of 25 units with sheet margins preserved, unused with full original gum. Just one 20 c. adhesive slightly toned on reverse, of no importance and mentioned solely for accuracy.  To our knowledge unique, listed in the Kneitschel catalogue under two of the most notable pieces of this issue. An essential set for the most advanced collection. Certs. Solari. Kn. 166-69.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9990.htm" title="102946-5-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-5-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9990.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 170]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9988.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1 p., 5 p., 10 p. and 20 p., complete set in blocks of six imperforate examples, unused without gum as issued, each originating from the lower left corner of the sheet. Only 25 imperforate stamps were issued of each value, these multiples being the largest in existence, considered as one of the most important rarities of this period in Argentine philately, also listed by Kneitschel under notable pieces. Cert. Solari, signed Kneitschel. Kn. 166a-69a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9988.htm" title="102946-6-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-6-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-p-p-and-9988.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 171]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9992.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1 p. blue and black, inverted centre showing a very scarce horizontally shifted perforation. Very fine. Cert. Kneitschel. Kn. 166a (var).<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9992.htm" title="102946-8.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-8.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9992.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 172]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9991.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1 p. blue and black, inverted centre, very fine with good centring. Only 75 examples of this variety were issued. Cert. Solari, signed Kneitschel. Kn. 166b; Yv 127a = &euro; 1'500.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9991.htm" title="102946-4.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-4.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9991.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 173]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9993.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 1 p. blue and black, inverted centre, cleanly cancelled by cds. Cert. Kneitschel. Kn. 166b; Yv 127a = &euro; 600.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9993.htm" title="2-1509.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1509.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-blue-and-black-in-9993.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 174]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-orange-and-black-9994.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 5 p. orange and black, inverted centre, position 4 in the sheet of 25, an outstanding example exhibiting excellent centring, with complete sheet margin and partial imprint ''o. Buenos Aires'' at top. One of the finest copies in existence of the 50 units issued. Cert. Solari. Kn. 167b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-orange-and-black-9994.htm" title="2-1510.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1510.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-orange-and-black-9994.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 175]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-green-and-black-9995.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. 10 p. green and black, inverted centred, a remarkable and most desirable example of this fascinating variety with complete sheet margin at left. The scarcest variety of this highly significant semi-modern Argentine issue, with only 25 copies issued, being one of the most remarkable varieties of this period in South American philately. Cert. Kneitschel. Kn. 168b.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-green-and-black-9995.htm" title="2-1511.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1511.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-p-green-and-black-9995.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 176]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-four-annual-subscrip-10002.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1899-1908, Liberty seated. Four annual subscription  forms to P.O. Boxes (two of them reinforced and one being a front) used in Buenos Aires, two bearing 10 p. value, the other two with 20 p., including marginal copies. Very scarce. Two certs. Kneitschel. Kn. 168-69. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-four-annual-subscrip-10002.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/liberty-seated-four-annual-subscrip-10002.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 177]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/san-mart-iacute-n-p-dull-blue-and-c-10020.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1917, San Mart&iacute;n. 20 p. dull blue and claret, inverted centre, a very fine marginal copy. Cert. Kneitschel. Kn. 312b; Yv. 227a = &euro; 1,200+.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/san-mart-iacute-n-p-dull-blue-and-c-10020.htm" title="102946-9.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-9.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/san-mart-iacute-n-p-dull-blue-and-c-10020.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 178]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/airmail-zeppelin-p-blue-and-red-blu-10024.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Airmail. 1930, Zeppelin, 1 p. blue and red, blue overprint, horizontal pair including one stamp with overprint missing. A very rare variety. Cert. Kneitschel. Kn. 22d.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/airmail-zeppelin-p-blue-and-red-blu-10024.htm" title="102946-10.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-10.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/airmail-zeppelin-p-blue-and-red-blu-10024.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 179]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/airmail-zeppelin-complete-set-in-bl-10025.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Airmail. 1930, Zeppelin, complete set in blocks of four, green overprint, including 1'80 p. value in mint condition and 20 c. and 80 c. with sheet margin. Very rare. Certs. Kneitschel and Solari. Kn. 25-29; Yv. 19A-19F(B) = &euro; 3,280+.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/airmail-zeppelin-complete-set-in-bl-10025.htm" title="102946-11-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/102946-11-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/airmail-zeppelin-complete-set-in-bl-10025.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 180]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-envelope-from-antofagasta-to-val-16605.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875 ca. Envelope from Antofagasta to Valparaiso (Chile), showing very fine oval ''Correos de la Chimba/Bolivia'' illustrated with negative ship design in blue and black and ornate oval ''Cancelado'', backstamped on arrival. Scarce and very fine.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-envelope-from-antofagasta-to-val-16605.htm" title="2-1573.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1573.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-envelope-from-antofagasta-to-val-16605.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 181]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-envelope-locally-used-at-antofag-16604.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875 ca. Envelope locally used at Antofagasta, endorsed ''Recomendada a...'' denoting registration service, as well as ''Urgente'', showing negative ship illustrated oval ''Correos de la Chimba/Bolivia'' and ornate oval ''Cancelado'', both in blue. A rare usage. <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o.</em><br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-envelope-locally-used-at-antofag-16604.htm" title="2-1572.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1572.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-envelope-locally-used-at-antofag-16604.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 182]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-nov-three-covers-to-different-l-16606.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, Aug.-Nov. Three covers to different localities in Chile featuring Santiago, Quillota and Valparaiso, each showing very fine negative ship illustrated oval ''Correos de la Chimba/Bolivia'' and ''Franca'' straight-line handstamp, all in blue, with arrival on back. One cover with closed tear at top. A scarce trio<em>.</em><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-nov-three-covers-to-different-l-16606.htm" title="2-1574-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1574-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-nov-three-covers-to-different-l-16606.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 183]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-cover-from-antofagasta-to-copia-16607.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1878, Nov. Cover from Antofagasta to Copiapo (Chile) via Caldera, franked at double rate with two very fine strikes of the ornate blue octagonal frank marking ''Correo/10 c/Antofagasta'', backstamped on arrival. Roughly opened at top, not detracting. A rare multiple franking. <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-cover-from-antofagasta-to-copia-16607.htm" title="2-1575.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1575.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-cover-from-antofagasta-to-copia-16607.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 184]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-green-early-state-of-the-o-16487.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. yellow green, early state of the original plate, a large margined vertical pair from positions 14 / 26, on single weight entire letter from Sucre dated 10 July 1867 to Tupiza, centrally cancelled by framed ''Exterior/Franca'' handstamp. A very early usage showing a significant early state of this stamp. Cert. Moorhouse, signed Rendon. <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-green-early-state-of-the-o-16487.htm" title="12383-212.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-212.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-green-early-state-of-the-o-16487.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 185]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-third-state-of-the-original-16488.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. green, third state of the original plate, vertical pair on thin paper, positions 6 / 18, clear to predominantly large margins, used on August 2nd, 1867 entire letter from Sucre toTupiza, cancelled by blurred strike of ''Sucre'' straight-line handstamp. Cert. Friedl (Rendon). <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-third-state-of-the-original-16488.htm" title="12383-213.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-213.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-third-state-of-the-original-16488.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 186]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-first-re-engraving-cle-16489.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. blue-green, first re-engraving, clear to large margined pair, positions 41-42, on entire letter dated 10 November 1867 from Sucre to Tupiza, cancelled by italic handstamp on dispatch. Very fine. Cert. Friedl (Rendon).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-first-re-engraving-cle-16489.htm" title="12383-214.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-214.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-first-re-engraving-cle-16489.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 187]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-first-re-engraving-pai-16490.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. blue-green, first re-engraving, pair in deep shade from positions 41-42 with good margins, applied on single weight entire letter from Sucre (December 10, 1867) to Tupiza, cancelled by italic ''Sucre'' handstamp. Very fine. Cert Friedl (Rendon). <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-first-re-engraving-pai-16490.htm" title="12383-215.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-215.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-first-re-engraving-pai-16490.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 188]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-final-state-of-the-original-16491.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. green, final state of the original plate, vertical pair from positions 1 &amp; 13, large margins except for a small portion of the lower right corner which has been diagonally severed resulting a tiny part of the frame line missing, exhibits pre-printing paper fold at bottom, used on cover from Cochabamba to Sucre, cancelled by italic ''Franca'' handstamp in red used at Cochabamba. A very scarce usage of a red cancellation on this issue, of great visual impact for exhibition. Cert RPS.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-final-state-of-the-original-16491.htm" title="12383-216.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-216.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-final-state-of-the-original-16491.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 189]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-third-re-engraving-two-16485.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. blue green, third re-engraving, two very fine pairs graced by very good even margins, positions 10-11 and 12 / 24 respectively, in a very intense shade, paying the single 20 c. rate to a South-American destination on 31 December entire letter to Salta (Argentina), with each pair tied by two very fine strikes of blue-green italic ''Tupisa'' (Tupiza) handstamp. Rococo ''Correos/De Yavi'' oval handstamp applied in transit as Argentine entry on reverse. A delightful example of this franking. Cert. Moorhouse. <em>Ex Dale-Lichtenstein and Pati&ntilde;o. </em><br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-third-re-engraving-two-16485.htm" title="12383-210.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-210.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-third-re-engraving-two-16485.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 190]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-fourth-re-engraving-a--16486.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 5 c. blue-green, fourth re-engraving, a splendid vertical strip of four, positions 20 / 32 / 44 / 56, ample to large margins, on single weight entire letter dated May 16, 1868 from Tupiza to Salta (Argentina). Each stamp showing the ''contratos'' inscription crossed out, thus denoting usage for postal purposes and cancelled by ''criss-cross'' strokes, with neat italic ''Tupisa'' handstamp alongside and Argentina transit represented by ''Adm&oacute;n de Correos/Jujuy'' circular handstamp on reverse. A delightful and rare exhibition item. Cert. Moorhouse. <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-fourth-re-engraving-a--16486.htm" title="12383-211.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-211.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-green-fourth-re-engraving-a--16486.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 191]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-a-vertical-pair-from-the-lo-16492.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 10 c. brown, a vertical pair from the lower right corner of the sheet, position 65 / 67, large even margins all around, centrally tied by ''Correo de La Paz/RB'' cds on January 31st, 1868 cover to Arequipa (Peru), endorsed ''Por Tacna'' with corresponding cds applied in transit on back. Carried at the single 20 c. rate applicable to South American destinations including Chile, Peru, Ecuador Argentina and Paraguay. <strong>A very significant first issue denomination which was very scarcely used on cover, with at most three covers in existence bearing this franking.</strong> Cert. Moorhouse. <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-a-vertical-pair-from-the-lo-16492.htm" title="12383-217.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-217.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-a-vertical-pair-from-the-lo-16492.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 192]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-vertical-pair-from-the-uppe-16493.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, 10 c. brown, vertical pair from the upper left corner of the sheet, positions 1 &amp; 14, clear to predominantly large margins, (20c being the single rate to specific South American destinations i.e. Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Argentina and Paraguay), applied on reverse of 31st March 1868 cover to Arequipa (Peru), tied by light strike of ''Correo de La Paz/RB'' cds, with Tacna transit cds which also ties the franking. Another example of this important franking exhibiting this rare stamp on cover. An essential item for the advanced collection. Cert. Moorhouse. <em>Ex Pati&ntilde;o</em>. <br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-vertical-pair-from-the-uppe-16493.htm" title="12383-218.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-218.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-vertical-pair-from-the-uppe-16493.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 193]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-eleven-stars-a-very-fresh-c-16320.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 500 c. black, eleven stars, a very fresh copy with original gum and usual centring. Very scarce. Scott 14.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-eleven-stars-a-very-fresh-c-16320.htm" title="12383-80.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-80.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-eleven-stars-a-very-fresh-c-16320.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 194]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-eleven-stars-unused-without-16321.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 500 c. black, eleven stars, unused without original gum displaying usual centring. Very scarce. Scott 14.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-eleven-stars-unused-without-16321.htm" title="12383-81.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-81.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-eleven-stars-unused-without-16321.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 195]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-fine-impression-a-clear-to--16518.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1843, 30 r. black, fine impression, a clear to wide margined pair, applied on reverse of 26 September 1843 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Cidade do Serro, tied by ''Correio Geral Da Corte'' cds, paid according to the single internal rate up to 4 ''oitavas'' corresponding to 1/2 ounce. Some internal repairs and strengthening on the folds to cover, not detracting. A rare multiple on cover of which less than 15 are recorded, further enhanced by exhibiting a desirable early state used in the second month of issue. Cert. Moorhouse, signed Raybaudi and Sorani. RHM 1; Scott 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-fine-impression-a-clear-to--16518.htm" title="12383-234.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-234.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-fine-impression-a-clear-to--16518.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 196]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-intermediate-impression-pai-16517.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1843, 60 r. black, intermediate impression, pair displaying clear to large margins except for being just touched at right and having a small portion of paper lacking at upper left corner just touching the frame line, used to pay the single internal maritime per 1/2 ounce, cleanly tied by ''Correio Geral Da Corte'' cds on 26 April 1844 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Rio Grande. Some tone spots of which one impinges onto one example at upper right side of the pair, as well as some minor edge imperfections to cover. An interesting and desirable usage of a ''Bull's Eyes'' multiple on cover. Cert. Moorhouse. RHM 2; Scott 2a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-intermediate-impression-pai-16517.htm" title="12383-233.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-233.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-intermediate-impression-pai-16517.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 197]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-second-composite-plate-stat-16516.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1843, 90 r. black, second composite plate, state C, position 13, good to excellent margins showing dividing frame line at left,  together with 30 r. black, large plate, state B, position 57, predominantly large margins, applied on reverse of April 4 1845 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to the U.S. Consul in Rio Grande, carried at single maritime rate per 4 ''oitavas'' (1/2 ounce). Stamps tied by ''Correio Geral Da Corte'' cds. 30 r. adhesive with tiny surface rub in left margin, only mentioned for accuracy, as well as some insignificant edge imperfections to cover. A scarce combination franking paying a maritime rate. Cert. Moorhouse, signed Calves and F.A. Zanetti. RHM 1, 3; Scott 1b, 3b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-second-composite-plate-stat-16516.htm" title="12383-232.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-232.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-second-composite-plate-stat-16516.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 198]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-incoming-undelivered-mail-opene-16685.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1887, May 22. Incoming undelivered mail. Opened out envelope from Boppard (Germany) to Rio de Janeiro, carried at 20 pfennig UPU rate with two copies of 10 pf., tied by cds's. On arrival the addressee was not found after several months of searching, and the postal agent then wrote ''Mudou-se'' on the reverse and Brazilian instructional label ''PARTI/mudou-se'' was applied on front for its way back to Boppard where it arrived on 10.12.1888, being again readdressed to Coblenz, after a long journey of nearly 17 months. A very interesting and scarce cover with this instructional label.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-incoming-undelivered-mail-opene-16685.htm" title="12618-110.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12618-110.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-incoming-undelivered-mail-opene-16685.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 199]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-entire-letter-nearly-complete-fr-16572.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1770 ca. Entire letter (nearly complete) from Santiago to Buenos Aires, rated ''3'' reales in manuscript according to the double weight letter rate of 1765, bearing superb strikes in dark brown of ''Chyle'' and ''Franca'' handstamps. The only cover known bearing these both handstamps, being of special significance showing the earliest postmark (''Chyle'') used in Chile, which is a great scarcity and unlisted in the SFC catalogue in this colour. Probably one of the most important colonial period items extant.<em> Ex Lafuente Macha&iacute;n and Balletti</em>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-entire-letter-nearly-complete-fr-16572.htm" title="12429-93.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-93.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-entire-letter-nearly-complete-fr-16572.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 200]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-santiago-to--16573.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1771, Jan. 3. Entire letter from Santiago to Buenos Aires, carried at double rate and charged ''3'' reales, bearing very fine ''Chyle'' straight-line handstamp in red. Very small portion of paper missing and tear at base, not detracting. A very fine and scarce early entire. SFC 41.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-santiago-to--16573.htm" title="12429-94.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-94.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-santiago-to--16573.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 201]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-from-santiago-to-buenos-a-16574.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1778, Dec. 5. Cover from Santiago to Buenos Aires, with dated docket inside and a further manuscript message on back for the addressee: ''si acaso con la llegada del aviso hay algunas noticias que presunten pr&oacute;ximas guerras con Espa&ntilde;a suspender&aacute; el embarque de los doblones...''. Rated ''3 1/2'' reales in error (probably made up of 1 1/2 real to Mendoza plus 2 reales to Buenos Aires), instead of the correct 3 reales charge, bearing red ''Chyle'' &amp; ''Franca'' handstamps. A scarce entire bearing both markings. SFC 41. <em>Ex Marticorena and Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-from-santiago-to-buenos-a-16574.htm" title="12429-95.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-95.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-from-santiago-to-buenos-a-16574.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 202]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-santiago-t-16575.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1789, April 3. Entire letter from Santiago to Buenos Aires following the route of 371 Leagues to destination, carried at double ''3'' reales rate with very fine ''Chile'' (28 mm) straight-line handstamp in red. One of only six items known with this postmark. SFC 41a. <em>Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-santiago-t-16575.htm" title="12429-96.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-96.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-santiago-t-16575.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 203]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-from-coquimbo-to-ambros-16598.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1790, April 29. Cover from Coquimbo to Ambrosio O'Higgins at Santiago as Royal Governor of Chile (1788-96) -who also became Viceroy of Peru (1896-1801)-, with light strike of red ''Coquimbo'' straight-line. Manuscript date inside after having been extracted the contents. Despite of the postmark not being applied clear, this is one of only two examples known, with the added significance of being addressed to O'Higgins (father). SFC 10. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-from-coquimbo-to-ambros-16598.htm" title="12429-119.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-119.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-from-coquimbo-to-ambros-16598.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 204]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-mendoza-to-the--16579.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1790 ca. Cover front from Mendoza to the Governor of the Chilo&eacute; Island, charged at ''4 1/2'' reales rate, with red ''Mendosa'' straight-line and italic ''Chile.'' (32 mm) type in red in transit at Santiago. The city of Mendoza (later in the Viceroyalty of the R&iacute;o de la Plata) belonged to the Captaincy General of Chile until 1778. Scarce. SFC 56 &amp; 41b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-mendoza-to-the--16579.htm" title="12429-100.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-100.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-mendoza-to-the--16579.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 205]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-santiago-to-16576.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1795-1802. Two entire letters from Santiago to Buenos Aires, rated ''3'' reales each showing neat strike of italic ''Chile.'' handstamp in red. A splendid duo. SFC 41b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-santiago-to-16576.htm" title="12429-97-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-97-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-santiago-to-16576.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 206]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-entire-letter-from-concepci-oa-16590.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1797, June 15. Entire letter from Concepci&oacute;n to Buenos Aires carried via Cauquenes, with black ''Concepcion'' straight-line handstamp, rated ''4 1/2'' reales. One of only five entire letters known showing this handstamp according to the research by &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco. SFC 7. <em>Ex Lafuente Macha&iacute;n and Balletti</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-entire-letter-from-concepci-oa-16590.htm" title="12429-111.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-111.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-entire-letter-from-concepci-oa-16590.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 207]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-with-docket-of-receipt-i-16577.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1797, June 20. Cover with docket of receipt inside from Valparaiso to Buenos Aires, bearing black ''Balparaiso'' straight-line and red italic ''Chile.'' handstamps, the latter applied in transit at Santiago. Conveyed at ''4'' reales rate in manuscript, made up of 1 real for the Valparaiso-Santiago section of its journey and 3 reales from Santiago to final destination according to the single rate applied since 1794. <strong>A very fine and scarce cover bearing these two handstamps, including the remarkable Valparaiso postmark applied in black, of which only three examples are recorded</strong>. SFC 48-4 &amp; 41b. <em>Ex G&aacute;lvez</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-with-docket-of-receipt-i-16577.htm" title="12429-98.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-98.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-with-docket-of-receipt-i-16577.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 208]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-buenos-aires-to-the-g-16581.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover from Buenos Aires to the Governor of Chilo&eacute; Island, with ''5'' manuscript rate showing red two-line ''Buenos/Ayres.'' and italic ''Chile.'' (32 mm) postmark. Very fine and scarce. SFC 41b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-buenos-aires-to-the-g-16581.htm" title="12429-102.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-102.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-buenos-aires-to-the-g-16581.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 209]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-santiago-rated--16578.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800ca. Cover front from Santiago rated ''3'' reales to the Governor of Chilo&eacute; Island, with red italic ''Chile.'' handstamp (32 mm), carried via Concepci&oacute;n with red two-lines ''Concepci&oacute;n/De Chile''. A scarce item bearing these two handstamps. SFC 41b &amp; 7a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-santiago-rated--16578.htm" title="12429-99.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-99.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-santiago-rated--16578.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 210]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-santiago-to-the-16580.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover front from Santiago to the Governor of Chilo&eacute; Island, carried at high ''6'' reales rate and endorsed ''2 francas'', with superb strikes in red of italic ''Chile.'' (32 mm) and ''Franca'' postmarks, the latter not previously recorded. A unique item. SFC 41b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-santiago-to-the-16580.htm" title="12429-101.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-101.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-santiago-to-the-16580.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 211]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-the-general-gov-16591.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover front from the General Governor at Concepci&oacute;n to Santiago rated ''1'' real, showing ''Concepn.'' (45 mm) straight-line, which is not listed by Tiz&oacute;n. Only six examples of this handstamp known, of which just two are in black, according to the research by &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco. SFC 7a1.&nbsp; <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-the-general-gov-16591.htm" title="12429-112.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-112.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-the-general-gov-16591.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 212]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-concepci-oacute-16592.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover front from Concepci&oacute;n to the accountant of the posts at Mendoza with red italic ''Concepn.'' handstamp which is not listed by Tiz&oacute;n-Guinovart and the SFC. A unique item. <em>Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-concepci-oacute-16592.htm" title="12429-113.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-113.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-concepci-oacute-16592.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 213]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-copiap-oacute-t-16584.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover front from Copiap&oacute; to Santiago, rated ''2'' reales bearing ''Copiapo'' straight-line. Only two items are known bearing this postmark in black. SFC 9a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-copiap-oacute-t-16584.htm" title="12429-105.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-105.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-copiap-oacute-t-16584.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 214]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-san-fernando-to-the-h-16588.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover from San Fernando to the head of the Royal Audit Office at Santiago, with ''1'' real manuscript single rate, showing very fine ''San Fernando'' straight-line handstamp in red. A very rare postmark used in this period. SFC 39. <em>Ex G&aacute;lvez</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-san-fernando-to-the-h-16588.htm" title="12429-109.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-109.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-san-fernando-to-the-h-16588.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 215]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-santa-rosa-to-buenos--16585.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover from Santa Rosa to Buenos Aires, with manuscript ''3'' reales paid covering the single rate and red ''Santa Rosa'' straight-line handstamp. Some rust spotting, of no importance for this significant item, with only this cover and one cover front known with this postmark according to the &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco research. SFC 40.<em> Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-santa-rosa-to-buenos--16585.htm" title="12429-106.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-106.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-santa-rosa-to-buenos--16585.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 216]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-valdivia-to-the-gover-16595.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover from Valdivia to the Governor of Chilo&eacute; Island, paid at ''2'' reales single rate with elusive ''Valdivia'' straight-line type in red. An extremely rare postmark. SFC 46. <em>Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-valdivia-to-the-gover-16595.htm" title="12429-116.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-116.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-valdivia-to-the-gover-16595.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 217]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-valparaiso-t-16583.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1804, Aug. 29. Entire letter from Valparaiso to Lima, with very fine ''Balparaiso'' straight-line in black. Manuscript rate omitted which should have been 1 real according to the 1769 maritime rate. One of only three items known with this postmark in black, very desirable. SFC 48-4. <em>Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-valparaiso-t-16583.htm" title="12429-104.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-104.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-valparaiso-t-16583.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 218]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-cover-from-combarbal-aacute-to-16599.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1805, July 21. Cover from Combarbal&aacute; to Santiago conveyed at single ''1 1/2'' reales rate, bearing red ''Combarbal&aacute;.'' handstamp with contemporary manuscript date inside. According to the research by &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco, this being a very rare handstamp with no more than five examples recorded. SFC 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-cover-from-combarbal-aacute-to-16599.htm" title="12429-120.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-120.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-cover-from-combarbal-aacute-to-16599.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 219]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-entire-letter-from-valparaiso--16587.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1806, July 7. Entire letter from Valparaiso to Lima, bearing very fine ''Balparaiso'' (54 mm) straight-line handstamp. Scarce. SFC 48-1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-entire-letter-from-valparaiso--16587.htm" title="12429-108.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-108.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-entire-letter-from-valparaiso--16587.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 220]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-los-aacute-n-16593.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1809, Oct. 18. Entire letter from Los &Aacute;ngeles to Santiago, with very fine strike of red italic ''Angeles.'' handstamp, which is unlisted in the SFC catalogue in red. Small insect damage at base, in no way detracting. According to the research by &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco, less than five covers are recorded with this handstamp used in black or red.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-los-aacute-n-16593.htm" title="12429-114.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-114.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-los-aacute-n-16593.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 221]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-chill-aacute-n-to-sa-16596.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1810, Jan. 20. Cover from Chill&aacute;n to Santiago, showing superb red ''Chillan'' handstamp. Manuscript reference date on reverse. Quite scarce in this period. SFC 16.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-chill-aacute-n-to-sa-16596.htm" title="12429-117.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-117.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-chill-aacute-n-to-sa-16596.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 222]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-from-san-agust-iacute-n-de-ta-16589.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1812. Cover from San Agust&iacute;n de Talca to Santiago, with manuscript ''1'' real rate per single weight, showing splendid strikes of ''Talca'' &amp; ''Franca'' handstamps in red, which are very rarely encountered in this period. Pencilled date on reverse. This ''Franca'' handstamp is not reported in the SFC catalogue, being nevertheless listed as ''EXT'' by Tiz&oacute;n. Very desirable. SFC 43. <em>Ex G&aacute;lvez</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-from-san-agust-iacute-n-de-ta-16589.htm" title="12429-110.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-110.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-from-san-agust-iacute-n-de-ta-16589.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 223]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-to-santiago-one-carried--16597.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1812-16. Two covers to Santiago, one carried at single rate (1 1/2 reales), the other with unusual ''Franca'' handstamp carried free of charge endorsed ''Correos'', both with italic ''Coquinbo.'' postmark in red. Manuscript reference date on reverse. Very fine. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-to-santiago-one-carried--16597.htm" title="12429-118.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-118.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-to-santiago-one-carried--16597.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 224]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-aconcagua-ca-16586.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1815, Feb. 15. Entire letter from Aconcagua carried via Santa Rosa to Santiago, paid at ''1'' real single rate with neat red ''Aconcagua.'' straight-line handstamp. A superb example of this very rare and fascinating postmark. SFC 1. <em>Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-aconcagua-ca-16586.htm" title="12429-107.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-107.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-aconcagua-ca-16586.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 225]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-from-vallenar-to--16594.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1815, Nov. 16. Entire letter from Vallenar to Santiago carried at ''2'' reales single rate, showing black ''Ballenar.'' handstamp. Unlisted in black by Tiz&oacute;n. The only entire letter reported with this postmark in black in the colonial Period. SFC 47a. <em>Ex Marticorena and Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-from-vallenar-to--16594.htm" title="12429-115.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-115.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-from-vallenar-to--16594.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 226]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-entire-letter-from-santiago-to--16582.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1817, Dec. 12. Entire letter from Santiago to Mendoza (Argentina), carried at single ''1 1/2'' reales rate according to the 1794 decree, showing red italic ''Chile'' (25 mm) postmark. Very interesting full contents about the struggles for independence, describing the losses and great difficulties leading to the capture of Talcaguano, also mentions the departure of 3,000 reinforcements from Lima to Valparaiso as well as the gathering on that day (Dec. 12th) of ''todos los hijos'' of the United Provinces in order to form a war Company called ''Argentinos''. Chile, also with the help of General San Mart&iacute;n, received its independence in 1818 -San Mart&iacute;n then lead Argentine and Chilean forces to liberate Peru- but the struggles continuing in Chile's southern provinces until 1826. A scarce and most interesting entire with important historic connections. SFC 41c. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-entire-letter-from-santiago-to--16582.htm" title="12429-103.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-103.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-entire-letter-from-santiago-to--16582.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 227]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-bill-of-landing-of-the-national-16634.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1821, Dec. 27. Bill of landing of the National Brigantine ''Plut&oacute;n'' from Coquimbo to Chilo&eacute;, rated ''6 r'' with red italic ''Coquinbo.'' &amp; ''Franca'' handstamps from the colonial period. Arrival docket on reverse by the Chilo&eacute; customs office. A very rare usage, being the only recorded from Coquimbo. SFC 10a. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-bill-of-landing-of-the-national-16634.htm" title="12429-134.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-134.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-bill-of-landing-of-the-national-16634.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 228]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-front-and-entire-letter--16641.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1828, June 6. Cover front and entire letter to Santiago, with ''Cauquenes'' straight-line from the colonial period, applied in black and red, the latter being one of only two entire letters known with this handstamp in red, being unlisted in this colour in the SFC catalogue. SFC 4.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-front-and-entire-letter--16641.htm" title="12429-141.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-141.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-front-and-entire-letter--16641.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 229]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letters-and-covers-with-thre-16639.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1825-52. 4 entire letters and 3 covers, with three items showing ''Valparaiso'' straight-line (SFC 48a) handstamp from the colonial period including two in red and one black (unlisted in this colour), two with ''Franca'' and ''Valparaiso'' postmarks (SFC 48c1 &amp; 48c2 types, both unlisted in black), as well as two bearing red straight-line handstamps of 58 mm (SFC 48d1). A very fine group.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letters-and-covers-with-thre-16639.htm" title="12429-139-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-139-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letters-and-covers-with-thre-16639.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 230]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/six-entire-letters-to-valparaiso-ex-16638.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1827-59. Six entire letters to Valparaiso except one addressed to Lima endorsed ''Vapor'', comprising two with italic ''Chile'' from the colonial period, two with red ''Santiago'' straight-line (35 mm), one with oval ''Santiago/De Chile'' and the other showing scarce use of red wax seal of the Home Office being used as exemption from payment of postage. SFC 41c, 41g, 41h.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/six-entire-letters-to-valparaiso-ex-16638.htm" title="12429-138-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-138-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/six-entire-letters-to-valparaiso-ex-16638.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 231]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-constituci-oacute-n--16635.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1833, Jan. 24. Cover from Constituci&oacute;n to Valparaiso, carried at ''2'' reales single rate with red ''Constitn.'' straight-line and ''Santiago'' handstamp applied in transit on back. Docketing of receipt on front. SFC 8.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-constituci-oacute-n--16635.htm" title="12429-135.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-135.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-constituci-oacute-n--16635.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 232]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-fro-16621.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1838-50. One entire letter and one cover from Concepci&oacute;n to Santiago, both showing neat ''Concepcion'' &amp; ''Franca'' straight-line handstamps in red and black, including one item carried at double rate. SFC 7d, 7d1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-fro-16621.htm" title="12429-121-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-121-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-fro-16621.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 233]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-from-yllapel-to-16632.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1839, March 8. Entire letter from Yllapel to Santiago, with manuscript ''2'' reales denoting payment of single postage, with very fine ''Cuzcuz'' straight-line handstamp in black. <strong>One of the most desirable handstamps in the pre-adhesive period, with only this cover known bearing this type in black, according to the &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco research</strong>. Unlisted in this colour in the SFC catalogue. <em>Ex Marticorena and Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-from-yllapel-to-16632.htm" title="12429-132.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-132.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-from-yllapel-to-16632.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 234]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-to-santiago-with-red--16624.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1840-1850 ca. Two covers to Santiago with red ''Talca'' (23 mm) straight-line type, one item with further ''Franca'' handstamp denoting prepayment of postage. SFC 43a. <em>Ex G&aacute;lvez</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-to-santiago-with-red--16624.htm" title="12429-124-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-124-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-to-santiago-with-red--16624.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 235]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-carried-at-single-16629.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1846, Jan. 17. Entire letter carried at single rate to Santiago with very fine ''Yllapel'' straight-line handstamp in black. SFC 21a. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-carried-at-single-16629.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-carried-at-single-16629.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 236]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-to-santiago-carried-at-16623.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1846, April 1. Cover to Santiago carried at ''2'' reales single rate, with neat ''Quirihue'' handstamp in red. Upper flap missing. Pencilled date on reverse. Scarce. SFC 32a.<em> Ex Blank</em>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-to-santiago-carried-at-16623.htm" title="12429-123.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-123.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-to-santiago-carried-at-16623.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 237]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-santiago-paid-as-singl-16625.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1847, May 14. Cover to Santiago paid as single postage with black ''Melipilla'' (40 mm) handstamp which is unlisted in the SFC catalogue in this size. Probably unique. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-santiago-paid-as-singl-16625.htm" title="12429-125.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-125.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-santiago-paid-as-singl-16625.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 238]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-to--16636.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1848-60. One entire letter and one cover to Santiago bearing italic ''Quillota'' (46 mm) handstamp from the colonial period in red and black (only registered in this latter colour in the SFC catalogue during the philatelic period), both with black ''Franca'' straight-line. SFC 31a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-to--16636.htm" title="12429-136-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-136-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-to--16636.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 239]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-to-valparaiso-with-manusc-16631.htm</link><description><![CDATA[184?, Dec. 30. Cover to Valparaiso, with manuscript ''2'' reales per single rate, showing black ''Aconcagua'' straight-line handstamp, being a type which is unlisted in the SFC catalogue.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-to-valparaiso-with-manusc-16631.htm" title="12429-131.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-131.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-to-valparaiso-with-manusc-16631.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 240]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-los-aacute-ngeles-to--16633.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover from Los &Aacute;ngeles to Chill&aacute;n carried via the Talca-Los &Aacute;ngeles route, bearing black ''Angeles'' straight-line handstamp. One of only four covers known according to the &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco research. SFC 2a. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-los-aacute-ngeles-to--16633.htm" title="12429-133.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-133.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-los-aacute-ngeles-to--16633.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 241]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-the-departmenta-16628.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover front from the Departmental Government of Elqui to Santiago with neat 'italic ''Franca'' and ''Elqui'' straight-line handstamps, both in red. One of only two covers known bearing the Elqui handstamp according to the &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco research. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-the-departmenta-16628.htm" title="12429-128.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-128.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-from-the-departmenta-16628.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 242]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-carried-via-th-16626.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover to Santiago carried via the Santiago-San Antonio route, with ''2'' reales manuscript rating for single postage and red ''Melipilla'' (30 mm) handstamp. Scarce. SFC 25a.<em> Ex G&aacute;lvez</em>. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-carried-via-th-16626.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-carried-via-th-16626.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 243]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-rated-reales-i-16630.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover to Santiago, rated ''2'' reales in manuscript, carried via the Yllapel-Petorca route, bearing very fine ''Petorca'' handstamp, being the one of only two recorded covers with this handstamp according to the research by &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco. SFC 30a. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-rated-reales-i-16630.htm" title="12429-130.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-130.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-rated-reales-i-16630.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 244]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-concepci-oacute-n-to--16622.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover from Concepci&oacute;n to Quirihue, rated ''2'' reales for single postage showing ''Concepcion'' and ''Quirihue'' straight-line handstamps, the latter being the only recorded example of this handstamp in this colour on stampless cover. Very desirable. SFC 32. <em>Ex Marticorena and Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-concepci-oacute-n-to--16622.htm" title="12429-122.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-122.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-concepci-oacute-n-to--16622.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 245]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-with-reales-pa-16640.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover to Santiago, with ''2'' reales paid for single postage bearing very fine ''Valparaizo'' straight-line in black. Less than ten covers known with this handstamp according to the &Aacute;lvaro Pacheco research, which is unlisted in black in the SFC catalogue. Very desirable. <em>Ex Marticorena and Blank.</em><br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-with-reales-pa-16640.htm" title="12429-140.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-140.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santiago-with-reales-pa-16640.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 246]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-from-casablanca-t-16637.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1851, May 25. Entire letter from Casablanca to Valparaiso, with red ''Casa-Blanca'' &amp; ''Franca'' straight-lines. Scarce. SFC 3b. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-from-casablanca-t-16637.htm" title="12429-137.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-137.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-from-casablanca-t-16637.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 247]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-rengo-to-san-16627.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, Aug. 9. Entire letter from Rengo to Santiago, with ''Rengo'' &amp; ''Franca'' handstamps, the latter being probably applied due to the absence of postal adhesives. SFC 34c. <em>Ex Blank</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-rengo-to-san-16627.htm" title="12429-127.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-127.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-rengo-to-san-16627.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 248]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/santiago-printing-by-desmadryl-c-re-16484.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1854, Santiago Printing by Desmadryl. 5 c. reddish-brown, a phenomenal block of eight, clearly showing the uneven alignment of transfers and detailed impression, with ample to enormous margins including portions of neighbouring adhesives at base, slightly touching in very small place at top left, on large cover not exceeding 2 ounces to Valparaiso, tied by concentric rings with &ldquo;Santiago/21 Abril 56/Chile&rdquo; cds in red adjacent. Crease vertically affecting two adhesives, nevertheless a very rare large multiple of this printing. Cert. Moorhouse. SGC 3; Scott 3.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/santiago-printing-by-desmadryl-c-re-16484.htm" title="12383-209.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-209.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/santiago-printing-by-desmadryl-c-re-16484.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 249]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-from-santa-marta--16178.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1670, May 29. Entire letter from Santa Marta to Antioquia. In this period paper was scarce and only official or legal mail was forwarded and carried by ''chasquis''. Small insect damage on front not detracting. An early and very rare letter.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-from-santa-marta--16178.htm" title="12441-475.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-475.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-from-santa-marta--16178.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 250]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letters-of-which-travelle-16179.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1748-1807. 12 entire letters, of which 11 travelled in the XVIIIth Century, including some interesting contents and scarce/very scarce origins such as San Carlos de Ca&ntilde;asgordas, Anza, Sabanalarga, Urrao, Santa Rosa, La Cruz, Concepci&oacute;n. A very rare group. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letters-of-which-travelle-16179.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letters-of-which-travelle-16179.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 251]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-la-plata-cha-15048.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1774, Feb. 14. Entire letter from La Plata charged at single rate in manuscript ''1 Rl. y 1/2'' with ''Plata'' brown handstamp. The earliest entire known, previously unrecorded which replaces the earlier date by 15 years. <br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-la-plata-cha-15048.htm" title="12441-52.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-52.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-la-plata-cha-15048.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 252]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-accompanying-a-sh-16192.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1779, Nov. 18. Entire letter accompanying a shipment of coins evidenced by the endorsement &ldquo;Con 90 doblones de a 4&rdquo; (most unusual), carried from Popay&aacute;n via Tuquerres and Tulc&aacute;n to Quito (Ecuador), showing red &ldquo;Popaian&rdquo; (first type) and &ldquo;Debe.&rdquo; straight-line handstamps. Slight soiling which can be removed, in no way detracting from this extremely rare and interesting entire exhibiting, the second earliest use of this handstamp. Cert. Bortfeldt. <em>Ex Camino</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-accompanying-a-sh-16192.htm" title="12441-489.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-489.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-accompanying-a-sh-16192.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 253]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-very-interesting-letters-with-e-15130.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1780-1796. Two very interesting letters with earlier entire from San Nicol&aacute;s to Marinilla, being outstandingly small (6,3 x 4,2 cm), as well as entire from Sabanalarga to Antioquia endorsed ''sale de donde no hay correo'' (dispatched from where there is not post).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-very-interesting-letters-with-e-15130.htm" title="12441-132.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-132.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-very-interesting-letters-with-e-15130.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 254]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-triple-weight-letter-fro-15046.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1782, Feb 8. Entire triple weight letter from Vega de Supia to Popay&aacute;n with superb strikes of ''Vegadesupia'' and ''Franca'' handstamps in red. An important and exceedingly rare entire which is the earliest recorded from this small locality, being the only known and previously unrecorded usage in the 18th century. Very desirable, of delightful quality. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-triple-weight-letter-fro-15046.htm" title="12441-50.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-50.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-triple-weight-letter-fro-15046.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 255]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/six-entire-letters-covers-from-sant-15054.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1783-1803. Six entire letters/covers from Santa F&eacute; de Bogot&aacute; to R&iacute;o Negro, Antioquia, Popay&aacute;n and Medell&iacute;n, four showing italic ''Santa F&egrave;'' red postmark, of which three with ''Franca'' and the other with ''Debe'' handstamps, as well as two displaying red framed ''Santa F&egrave;/Yndias/Debe.'' and ''Santa F&egrave;/Yndias/Franca''. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/six-entire-letters-covers-from-sant-15054.htm" title="12441-58-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-58-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/six-entire-letters-covers-from-sant-15054.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 256]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/five-entire-letters-from-cartagena--16184.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1783-1807. Five entire letters from Cartagena to Medell&iacute;n and Popay&aacute;n, each showing the red straight-line on dispatch (types III &amp; IV), four of them with ''Deve'' and one with ''Franca'' handstamps. A very fine group.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/five-entire-letters-from-cartagena--16184.htm" title="12441-481-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-481-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/five-entire-letters-from-cartagena--16184.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 257]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-from-buga-to-p-16180.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1783-1806. Three entire letters from Buga to Popay&aacute;n carried via the Cartago-Popay&aacute;n route bearing 1/2 r. and 1 1/2 r. rates, with framed ''Bvga'', one showing ''Debe.'' and the other two ''Franca.'' postmarks.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-from-buga-to-p-16180.htm" title="12441-477-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-477-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-from-buga-to-p-16180.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 258]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-pre-printed-money-or-16197.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1795-1808. Group of three pre-printed money orders issued at Santa F&eacute;, Novita and Micay (extremely rare) and two pre-printed postal documents from Santa F&eacute; and Momp&oacute;s including a listing of categories of mail sent to Medell&iacute;n and price paid for transmission. Very scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-pre-printed-money-or-16197.htm" title="12441-494-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-494-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-pre-printed-money-or-16197.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 259]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-official-entire-letter-carried--15028.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1796, Nov. 1. Official entire letter carried free of charge from Yolombo to the postal administration at Medell&iacute;n, with interesting contents about the heavy rainfall that had blocked the roads. A very early and rare letter.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-official-entire-letter-carried--15028.htm" title="12441-32.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-32.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-official-entire-letter-carried--15028.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 260]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-of-them-carr-16187.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1797-1804. Two entire letters, one of them carried from Neyva to Inza with neat red ''Plata'' straight-line (second type), the other with same ''Plata'' type and ''Franca'' handstamps, both in red.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-of-them-carr-16187.htm" title="12441-484-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-484-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-of-them-carr-16187.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 261]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-cali-to-popa-16183.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1798, Jan. 14. Entire letter from Cali to Popay&aacute;n, via the Cartago-Popay&aacute;n route, showing gorgeous strikes of ''Caly'' (second type) and ''Franca'' handstamps in red. An extremely rare and superb letter.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-cali-to-popa-16183.htm" title="12441-480.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-480.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-cali-to-popa-16183.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 262]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-from-r-iacute-o-negro--15029.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1799-1807. Three covers from R&iacute;o Negro to Antioquia and Medell&iacute;n, two of them bearing red ''Rio Negro'' postmarks, one matching ''Franca'' handstamp, the other with very unusual ''Debe'' marking, the other with ''Rio Negro'' straight-line in black (unrecorded in this colour by Tiz&oacute;n). <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-from-r-iacute-o-negro--15029.htm" title="12441-33.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-33.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-from-r-iacute-o-negro--15029.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 263]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-nar-eacute-to-antioqu-16188.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover from Nar&eacute; to Antioquia via the Cartagena and San Bartolom&eacute;-Medell&iacute;n-Antioquia routes, displaying dark brown ''Nare'' and ''Franca'' postmarks. One of less than five covers recorded, this being unique with this marking applied in brown.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-nar-eacute-to-antioqu-16188.htm" title="12441-485.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-485.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-nar-eacute-to-antioqu-16188.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 264]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-marinilla-forwarded-via-16189.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800 ca. Cover to Marinilla forwarded via Honda, San Bartolom&eacute; and Medell&iacute;n, showing black ''Villeta/Debe'' in two-lines, which has not been reported before. Unique.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-marinilla-forwarded-via-16189.htm" title="12441-486.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-486.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-marinilla-forwarded-via-16189.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 265]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-popay-aacut-15047.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1800-04. Two entire letters from Popay&aacute;n to Buga and Santa F&eacute; de Bogot&aacute; carried at different single rates, both bearing red ''Popayan'' handstamps, one with ''Debe.'' being reused with ''Caly'' &amp; ''Franca'' on reverse (very scarce thus),&nbsp; the other also including ''Franca'' postmark. A delightful pair. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-popay-aacut-15047.htm" title="12441-51-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-51-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-popay-aacut-15047.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 266]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-ca-one-entire-letter--16191.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Incoming Mail. 1800 ca.-1813. One entire letter from Lumbreras (Spain) to Santa Fe de Bogot&aacute; with red two-lines ''Lumbs./Soria'', being a very scarce transatlantic mail coming from a small locality in Spain; also an undated cover to Cartagena probably coming from Cuba with ''Yslas De/Barlovento'' handstamp in black, being an extremely rare incoming mail in this period. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-ca-one-entire-letter--16191.htm" title="12441-488.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-488.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-ca-one-entire-letter--16191.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 267]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-nine-covers-entire-letters-15050.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1801-16. Group of nine covers/entire letters from Medell&iacute;n mostly directed to Antioquia, including all postmarks recorded used in this period except the first framed types with ''Debe'' and ''Franca''. Fine to mostly very fine. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-nine-covers-entire-letters-15050.htm" title="12441-54-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-54-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-nine-covers-entire-letters-15050.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 268]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-quilichao-sa-16185.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1802, Feb. 30. Entire letter from Quilichao (Santander) to Popay&aacute;n, rated ''1'' real with neat strikes in red of framed ''Qvilichao'' and ''Franca.'' straight-line. A rare entire in splendid condition.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-quilichao-sa-16185.htm" title="12441-482.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-482.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/feb-entire-letter-from-quilichao-sa-16185.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 269]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-to-santa-f-eacute-15039.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1803, May 22. Entire letter to Santa F&eacute; de bogot&aacute; carried free of charge as official mail via the Maracaibo route, with clear ''Pamplona'' straight-line in brown. Very scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-to-santa-f-eacute-15039.htm" title="12441-43.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-43.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-entire-letter-to-santa-f-eacute-15039.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 270]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-addressed-to-mo-15013.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1805, March 14. Entire letter addressed to Mosquera at Popay&aacute;n, rated in manuscript ''1 1/2'' reales as per single weight letter, bearing superb ''Caly'' (second type) and ''Franca'' straight-lines in red. A delightful and very rare cover.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-addressed-to-mo-15013.htm" title="12441-17.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-17.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-addressed-to-mo-15013.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 271]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-antioquia-with-manuscript--15020.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1806. Cover to Antioquia with manuscript inside describing the content (missing) with regard to a judicial proceeding for murder against a slave, bearing very fine and exceptionally rare ''Urr&aacute;o.'' postmark matching italic ''Franca'' handstamp, both applied in brown and being unlisted before. One of only two covers known, this being the earliest recorded and unique used in the colonial period and in this colour. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-antioquia-with-manuscript--15020.htm" title="12441-24.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-24.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-antioquia-with-manuscript--15020.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 272]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/santa-mar-iacute-a-one-cover-slight-16181.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1809 (Santa Mar&iacute;a)-1811. One cover slightly reduced at left with very fine and most rare ''Cancan'' straight-line (one of only three recorded, being unrecorded by Tiz&oacute;n); also an entire letter from Caloto to Popay&aacute;n endorsed ''Caloto'' in manuscript with ''Franca'' straight-line in brown.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/santa-mar-iacute-a-one-cover-slight-16181.htm" title="12441-478-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-478-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/santa-mar-iacute-a-one-cover-slight-16181.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 273]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/official-cover-to-antioquia-carried-16182.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1810. Official cover to Antioquia carried via the San Bartolom&eacute;-Medell&iacute;n-Antioquia route, displaying neat strikes of ''Yolombo'' and ''Franca'' handstamps. Very fine and rare.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/official-cover-to-antioquia-carried-16182.htm" title="12441-479.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-479.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/official-cover-to-antioquia-carried-16182.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 274]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-one-carried-at-double-15038.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1810 ca.-1819. Two covers, one carried at double 3 reales rate to Antioquia bearing ''Zitara'' and ''Franca'' handstamps (only three covers recorded, all showing blurred strikes), the other from Quibd&oacute; (Zitar&aacute;) to Antioquia with framed ''F./Quibdo.'' postmark in brown, being unlisted in this colour by Tiz&oacute;n. Notation inside about the contents regarding the documents of one citizen stating his ''limpieza de sangre'' (purity of blood). A very scarce duo.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-one-carried-at-double-15038.htm" title="12441-42-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-42-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-one-carried-at-double-15038.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 275]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-covers-from-car-15051.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1810-17. Four entire letters/covers from Cartagena to Santa F&eacute; de Bogot&aacute;, Antioquia and Popay&aacute;n, with fine to superb red strikes of ''Cartagena/De Indias./Franca.'' framed ornate handstamp. Scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-covers-from-car-15051.htm" title="12441-55-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-55-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-covers-from-car-15051.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 276]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-antioquia-bearing-extre-15002.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1811 ca. Cover to Antioquia bearing extremely elusive patriotic ''VA F. 7.'' (Viva Fernando VII) and boxed ''Tunja/Indias/Franca'' handstamps in red, rated ''5'' reales for a triple weight letter carried through three different routes. A very desirable cover with only two examples recorded. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-antioquia-bearing-extre-15002.htm" title="12441-6.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-6.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-antioquia-bearing-extre-15002.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 277]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-cover-and-one-entire-letter-fro-16186.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1811-12. One cover and one entire letter from Remedios to Antioquia and Zaragoza, one displaying very fine ''Remedios'' and ''Franca'' handstamps, the other with ''Franca'' straight-line, all applied in black. Very fine.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-cover-and-one-entire-letter-fro-16186.htm" title="12441-483-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-483-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-cover-and-one-entire-letter-fro-16186.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 278]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-entire-letter-to-the-governor--15018.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1812, July 2. Entire letter to the governor of Antioquia, with ''Osos'' postmark matching ''Franca'' handstamp in red. Very rare and fine.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-entire-letter-to-the-governor--15018.htm" title="12441-22.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-22.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-entire-letter-to-the-governor--15018.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 279]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-pre-printed-money-order-issued-15060.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1814, Sept. 7. Pre-printed money order issued at Popay&aacute;n and addressed to Cali for the sum of 404 pesos and 4 1/2 reales, bearing at top the only recorded example of any ''Correos'' postmark, this being used at the Popay&aacute;n post office. A fascinating and extremely rare postal document. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-pre-printed-money-order-issued-15060.htm" title="12441-64.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-64.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-pre-printed-money-order-issued-15060.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 280]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-r-iacute-o-negro-with-c-16193.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1815-20ca. Cover to R&iacute;o Negro with colonial framed ''Mecenia/Franca'' in red. To our knowledge, the only cover recorded with this postmark.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-r-iacute-o-negro-with-c-16193.htm" title="12441-490.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-490.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-r-iacute-o-negro-with-c-16193.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 281]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-covers-entire-letters-and--16190.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1778-1812. Group of 13 covers/entire letters and one cover front comprising postmarks of Antioquia (red and black), Bebara, R&iacute;o Negro, Honda (including one cover whic was reused on back with Santa F&eacute; postmarks), and Mompox; as well as one entire from Santa Rosa with ''Franca'' postmark of unknown origin and part document dated 3.9.1797 with ''SJDNARE'' handstamp (only one cover known and previously unlisted). Interesting and scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-covers-entire-letters-and--16190.htm" title="12441-487-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-487-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-covers-entire-letters-and--16190.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 282]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-buenaventura-to-popay-15145.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1825 ca. Cover from Buenaventura to Popay&aacute;n bearing red ''Franca'' and ''Buena/Ventura'' framed ornate handstamps in angles, the former type being not previously listed. Unique.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-buenaventura-to-popay-15145.htm" title="12441-147.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-147.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-buenaventura-to-popay-15145.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 283]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-san-pedro-one-direc-16149.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1821-26. Two covers from San Pedro, one directed to Medell&iacute;n and the other to Antioquia, the latter being rated ''1'' in manuscript, both with superb strike of framed &quot;S. Pedro/Franca'' in red from the colonial period. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. Less than five covers recorded with this postmark.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-san-pedro-one-direc-16149.htm" title="12441-536-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-536-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-san-pedro-one-direc-16149.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 284]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-large-ov-16170.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1826. Cover to Bogot&aacute; with large oval ''Repub. De Colombia/Trapiche/Franca''. Extremely rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-large-ov-16170.htm" title="12441-467.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-467.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-large-ov-16170.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 285]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-pa-16163.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1828, March 21. Cover to Bogot&aacute; with ''Paypa.'' straight-line and italic ''Franca.'' postmarks from the colonial period. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. Of extreme rarity.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-pa-16163.htm" title="12441-460.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-460.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-pa-16163.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 286]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-popay-aacute-n-display-16152.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1828, May 21. Cover to Popay&aacute;n displaying very fine italic ''Bucaramanga/Indias'' and ''Debe'' from the colonial period, the latter being unrecorded by Tiz&oacute;n. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. An extremely rare combination of postmarks, being probably unique including the ''Debe.'' handstamp.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-popay-aacute-n-display-16152.htm" title="12441-539.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-539.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-popay-aacute-n-display-16152.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 287]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-cauca-showing-extremely-fi-16154.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1828. Cover to Cauca showing extremely fine italic ''Carnezeria.'' and ''Franca.'' postmarks in red, both being very probably from the colonial period. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. Of delightful quality, being one of at most three covers recorded.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-cauca-showing-extremely-fi-16154.htm" title="12441-451.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-451.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-cauca-showing-extremely-fi-16154.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 288]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-nechi-to-r-16150.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1829, April 11. Entire letter from Nechi to Remedios, endorsed ''Servicio Urgente'', showing black framed ''Saragsa/Franca'' of colonial origin applied in transit at Zaragoza. Very rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-nechi-to-r-16150.htm" title="12441-447.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-447.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-entire-letter-from-nechi-to-r-16150.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 289]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-from-san-luis--16165.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1830-40. Three entire letters from San Luis carried free of charge to Santa Rosa, each displaying framed ''S. Luis/Franca'' postmark of colonial origin, of which two in red and one in dark known. Three of only six covers known with this postmark.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-from-san-luis--16165.htm" title="12441-462-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-462-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-from-san-luis--16165.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 290]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/five-pre-printed-money-orders-four--15114.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1830-42. Five pre-printed money orders (four are different) from Santa Rosa, Popay&aacute;n, Bogot&aacute; and Guapi, the latter being of extreme scarcity as coming from this small locality, as well as an unusual postal document indicating a listing of mails sent from Palmira to Medell&iacute;n. A very scarce group.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/five-pre-printed-money-orders-four--15114.htm" title="12441-116-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-116-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/five-pre-printed-money-orders-four--15114.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 291]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-fro-16171.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1833-54. One entire letter and one cover front with ''Franca'' large Republican ovals of Almaguer (black), Carolina (red) and Chiquinquira (red). A very rare trio.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-fro-16171.htm" title="12441-468-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-468-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-and-one-cover-fro-16171.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 292]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-registered-covers-and-cove-16196.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1830-60. Group of registered covers (2) and cover fronts (3) from Medell&iacute;n and Bogot&aacute; including three different postmarks. Scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-registered-covers-and-cove-16196.htm" title="12441-493-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-493-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-registered-covers-and-cove-16196.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 293]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-one-cover-to-quito-ecuador-with--16169.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1834-1840ca. One cover to Quito (Ecuador) with large Republican oval of Bogot&aacute; and extremely rare ''Corr&eacute;os.'' postmark illustrated with laurels at base used at Honda and coming from the colonial period; as well as an entire letter to Popay&aacute;n with ''Corr&eacute;os.'' straight-line handstamp of unknown origin and large republican oval of Ybagu&eacute;. A very desirable duo. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-one-cover-to-quito-ecuador-with--16169.htm" title="12441-466-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-466-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-one-cover-to-quito-ecuador-with--16169.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 294]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letter-from-caloto-to-popay--16161.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1836-48. Entire letter from Caloto to Popay&aacute;n showing clear ''Caloto/Franca'' small double oval which has not been reported before, as well as one entire letter and one cover with very eluisve framed ''Sopetran/Franca'' &amp; ''Sopetran'' with additional ''de oficio'' in manuscript. An exceptional trio.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letter-from-caloto-to-popay--16161.htm" title="12441-458-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-458-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/entire-letter-from-caloto-to-popay--16161.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 295]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-medell-iacute-n-displaying-16156.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1838. Cover to Medell&iacute;n displaying very fine ''San Pedro/Debe.'' large oval in red. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. Extremely rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-medell-iacute-n-displaying-16156.htm" title="12441-543.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-543.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-medell-iacute-n-displaying-16156.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 296]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-popay-aacute-n-with-intere-16160.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1838. Cover to Popay&aacute;n with interesting postal mention in manuscript ''para seis onzas dev&iacute;a pagar cuarenta y ocho reales'', showing neat ''Toro/D./Oficio'' oval handstamp in black. The finest of only two covers known with this postmark, each one displaying a different colour.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-popay-aacute-n-with-intere-16160.htm" title="12441-457.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-457.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-to-popay-aacute-n-with-intere-16160.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 297]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-six-covers-of-which-four-w-16230.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1838-42. Group of six covers of which four with ''Republica De La Nueva Granada./Popayan de Oficio.'' double circle including one in red, the other two items showing ''Pampna/De/Oficio'' oval. Very fine and scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-six-covers-of-which-four-w-16230.htm" title="12441-527-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-527-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-six-covers-of-which-four-w-16230.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 298]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-to-bogot-aacute-rated-16195.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1839, April 14. Cover to Bogot&aacute; rated ''1'' real for a distance up to 25 leagues, showing ''Villeta/Franca'' handstamp of colonial origin. An extremely rare postmark with less than five items recorded.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-to-bogot-aacute-rated-16195.htm" title="12441-492.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-492.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-to-bogot-aacute-rated-16195.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 299]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-rated-reales-from-sitio-15148.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1839, Oct. 6. Cover rated ''5'' Reales from Sitio Nuevo to Bogot&aacute; bearing very elusive strikes of ''Sto Nevo'' and circled ''F.'' handstamps in brown from the colonial period. An extremely rare cover.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-rated-reales-from-sitio-15148.htm" title="12441-150.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-150.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-rated-reales-from-sitio-15148.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 300]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-el-banco-to--15149.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1840, Jan. 29. Entire letter from El Banco to Bogot&aacute; with splendid boxed ''F.'' of 'Franca' handstamp of Spanish origin. An extremely rare entire.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-el-banco-to--15149.htm" title="12441-151.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-151.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-entire-letter-from-el-banco-to--15149.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 301]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-carried-free-of-charge-fr-16162.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1840, Dec. 23. Cover carried free of charge from Ci&eacute;nega to Momp&oacute;s, displaying clear strikes of framed ''Cieneg'' and straight-line ''Franca'', both handstamps being very probably of colonial origin. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. One of only two covers recorded with this postmarks, which had not been listed before.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-carried-free-of-charge-fr-16162.htm" title="12441-459.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-459.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-carried-free-of-charge-fr-16162.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 302]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-covers-and-one-cover-16228.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1840-58. Group of three covers and one cover front with rare/very rare small oval handstamps including ''Cartagena./De/Oficio.'' in red, ''Pamplona./De/Oficio.'', ''Tuquerres./De/Oficio.'' and ''Trapiche./Franca.'' (cover front). Very fine.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-covers-and-one-cover-16228.htm" title="12441-525-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-525-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-covers-and-one-cover-16228.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 303]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-bogot-aacute-showing-c-16157.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1843, Aug. 12. Cover to Bogot&aacute; showing clear ''Cerro de San Antonio/De/Oficio'' double oval. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. To our knowledge, unique and previously unlisted.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-bogot-aacute-showing-c-16157.htm" title="12441-544.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-544.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-bogot-aacute-showing-c-16157.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 304]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-from-santa-marta-and-t-16205.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1844-45. Three covers from Santa Marta and to Bogot&aacute; and from Bogot&aacute; to Lima, with small ovals for pre-paid postage on dispatch and italic ''Tarde y Cargada'' handstamp applied to correspondence dispatched at late hour. One cover was redirected from Lima to Valpara&iacute;so with ''Ultramar'' and ''Valparaiso'' straight-lines on arrival.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-from-santa-marta-and-t-16205.htm" title="12441-502-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-502-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-from-santa-marta-and-t-16205.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 305]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-to-barranquilla-and-bogo-16223.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1845-49. Two covers to Barranquilla and Bogot&aacute; with very fine ''Cienega./Franca.'' and ''Cienega./Debe.'' oval postmarks in red. Very rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-to-barranquilla-and-bogo-16223.htm" title="12441-520-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-520-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-to-barranquilla-and-bogo-16223.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 306]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-and-two-covers-f-16224.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1846-59. Two entire letters and two covers from San Jos&eacute; de C&uacute;cuta to Bogot&aacute; and Jir&oacute;n showing ''S. Jose/De Cucuta./Franca.'' oval in black (2) and ''S. Jose/De Cucuta./Debe.'' oval (2, in black and brown). A rare group.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-and-two-covers-f-16224.htm" title="12441-521-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-521-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-and-two-covers-f-16224.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 307]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-two-covers-and-two-entire--16220.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1846-65. Group of two covers and two entire letters showing three different oval types used at Osos including red ''...Franca'', ''...De/Oficio'' in black and red'' and black ''...Debe''. Scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-two-covers-and-two-entire--16220.htm" title="12441-517-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-517-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-two-covers-and-two-entire--16220.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 308]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-bogot-aacute-showing-n-16168.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1847, Aug. 20. Cover to Bogot&aacute;, showing neat modified oval ''Caloto/Franca'' handstamp. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. Extremely rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-bogot-aacute-showing-n-16168.htm" title="12441-465.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-465.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-bogot-aacute-showing-n-16168.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 309]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-cover-and-one-entire-letter-car-16198.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1847-54. One cover and one entire letter carried free of charge, each showing an exceptional postmark usage including red ''Amaga/De/Oficio'' and ''Barranca/De/Oficio'' small ovals. To our knowledge, the only covers recorded with these postmarks.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-cover-and-one-entire-letter-car-16198.htm" title="12441-495-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-495-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-cover-and-one-entire-letter-car-16198.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 310]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-three-entire-letters--16174.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Incoming Mail. 1847-63. Three entire letters, two from London to Bogot&aacute; paying ''1/-'' British packet rate with ''Cartagena/Debe'' oval and framed ''De Ultramar'' in blue, the other being a very unusual letter written in Rome to Bogot&aacute; rated ''2/3'' with ''Santamarta/De/Oficio'' double oval in blue. A scarce transatlantic mail.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-three-entire-letters--16174.htm" title="12441-471-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-471-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-three-entire-letters--16174.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 311]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-arauca-to-th-16219.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1848, Aug. 20. Entire letter from Arauca to the Governor of the Casanare Province at Pore, bearing italic ''Franca.'' handstamp. Interesting contents stating the threats of the Venezuelan Government against the Nueva Granada Republic, as well as the incitement to rebellion in some Colombian localities instigated by Venezuela; the missive also states the arrival of a General to Arauca in order to arm and fit out a ship for the surveillance along the Arauca River. A very interesting entire from an extremely rare origin.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-arauca-to-th-16219.htm" title="12441-516.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-516.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-arauca-to-th-16219.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 312]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-agrado-to-p-16151.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1848, Sept. 15. Entire letter from Agrado to Popay&aacute;n carried at single rate with ''1 1/2'' in manuscript, showing gorgeous italic ''Agrado'' &amp; ''Franca'' postmarks. As far as we can say, unique.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-agrado-to-p-16151.htm" title="12441-538.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-538.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-agrado-to-p-16151.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 313]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-one-entire-letter-and-one-cov-16225.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855, March 27. One entire letter and one cover from Neiva to Bogot&aacute; displaying red ''Neiva/De/Oficio'' double oval. Very rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-one-entire-letter-and-one-cov-16225.htm" title="12441-522-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-522-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-one-entire-letter-and-one-cov-16225.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 314]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-barranquilla-with-two--16159.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1849, Aug. 23. Cover to Barranquilla with two strikes of ''Rosario de C&uacute;cuta/Franca'' double oval. Dated by Santa Mar&iacute;a. To our knowledge, the only example in existence.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-barranquilla-with-two--16159.htm" title="12441-546.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-546.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-to-barranquilla-with-two--16159.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 315]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-and-one-cover--16227.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1849-59. Three entire letters and one cover from Pasto to Popay&aacute;n &acirc;nd Bogot&aacute; bearing very scarce ''Pasto./De/Oficio.'' double oval in black and red. One entire includes interest contents mentioning the rumors about the projected expedition of General Flores against Ecuador and the doubts about his success, as well as the feelings of the local government regarding Ecuador as it follows: ''El Correo del Ecuador lleg&oacute; hoy sin otras nuevas que las de costumbre: insultos, calumnias y desverg&uuml;enzas (...) ...(quiero) vengar los ultrajes que se nos prodigan con tanta frecuencia, es intolerable la audacia de estos raqu&iacute;ticos y la perfidia de un gobierno tan injusto y desleal''.&nbsp; <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-and-one-cover--16227.htm" title="12441-524-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-524-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-and-one-cover--16227.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 316]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-mu-ntilde-eq-15118.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850, Aug. 8. Entire letter from Mu&ntilde;eque to General Hilario L&oacute;pez, President of the Republic at Bogot&aacute;, bearing framed ''Rep&uacute;blica/De La Nueva/Granada/Salina/Franca'' postmark. Very rare.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-mu-ntilde-eq-15118.htm" title="12441-120.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-120.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-entire-letter-from-mu-ntilde-eq-15118.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 317]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santa-rosa-showing-gorg-16155.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover to Santa Rosa showing gorgeous ''Anori/Deb'' oval handstamp. The finest of only two covers recorded with this postmark.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santa-rosa-showing-gorg-16155.htm" title="12441-542.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-542.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-to-santa-rosa-showing-gorg-16155.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 318]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-abejorral-to-sons-oac-16221.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover from Abejorral to Sons&oacute;n, showing extremely rare ''Abejorral/De/Oficio'' double oval in red.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-abejorral-to-sons-oac-16221.htm" title="12441-518.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-518.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-abejorral-to-sons-oac-16221.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 319]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-to-popay-aacute-n-wit-16222.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1840 ca. Two covers to Popay&aacute;n with neat framed ''De Oficio Cartago.'' handstamp. The only examples in existence of this postmark which has been unlisted before. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-to-popay-aacute-n-wit-16222.htm" title="12441-519-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-519-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-to-popay-aacute-n-wit-16222.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 320]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-el-cocuy-to-bogot-aac-16164.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Cover from el Cocuy to Bogot&aacute; with bold strike of ''Cocuy./Franca.'' oval frame. Extremely rare.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-el-cocuy-to-bogot-aac-16164.htm" title="12441-461.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-461.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-from-el-cocuy-to-bogot-aac-16164.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 321]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-from-pe-ntilde-ol-and-16158.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850 ca. Two covers from Pe&ntilde;ol and Remolino to R&iacute;onegro and Marinilla, one showing ''Pe&ntilde;ol/Debe'' double oval, the other with ''Pe&ntilde;ol/De/Oficio'' double oval, the latter being the only example recorded. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-from-pe-ntilde-ol-and-16158.htm" title="12441-545.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-545.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-two-covers-from-pe-ntilde-ol-and-16158.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 322]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-including-two-u-16235.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1851-59. Four entire letters including two unusual as coming from London addressed to Bogot&aacute; showing red ''Encaminada/Por/M. Abello.'' oval, other item coming from Santa Marta to the same destination with ''Santamarta./Debe.'' oval rated ''15'' and blue ''Abello e Hijos/Sta. Marta'' forwarding's agent cachet in blue, as well as 1862 printed matter letter from Paris to Bogot&aacute; showing neat ''Fergusson Noquera &amp; Ca./Santa Marta'' forwarding's agent cachet in blue which is not recorded by Rowe. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-including-two-u-16235.htm" title="12441-532-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-532-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-including-two-u-16235.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 323]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-iscuand-eacu-16166.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1852, Oct. 5. Entire letter from Iscuand&eacute; addressed to General L&oacute;pez as President of the Republic at Bogot&aacute;, with very attractive strikes of ''Yscuande'' straight-line and illustrated with laurel ''F'' handstamps. A desirable cover including two very rare postmarks from the colonial period.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-iscuand-eacu-16166.htm" title="12441-463.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-463.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-iscuand-eacu-16166.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 324]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-carried-free-of-c-15129.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1852, Nov. 7. Entire letter carried free of charge from El Pital to the President of the Republic at Bogot&aacute;, bearing neat ''Pital/Franca'' two-lines postmark. <strong>Unique, previously unlisted</strong>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-carried-free-of-c-15129.htm" title="12441-131.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-131.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-entire-letter-carried-free-of-c-15129.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 325]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-eight-folded-letters-cover-15154.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1852-63. Group of eight folded letters/covers of which five are addressed to New York with U.S. steamer due circle on arrival, as well as one scarce item to Bremen (Germany) carried through the British P.O. at Santamarta (cds on back) endorsed ''care of Messrs F.M. Victor S&ouml;hne''; also an incoming cover from New York with ''Cartagena/Debe'' small oval.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-eight-folded-letters-cover-15154.htm" title="12441-156-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-156-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-eight-folded-letters-cover-15154.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 326]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-from-lima-to-bogo-16232.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853-60. One entire letter from Lima to Bogot&aacute; with manuscript acknowledgement of receipt on back by an indistinct forwarding agent in Panam&aacute;, showing on front scarce ''Dirijida Por/Juan Ml- Grau/Cartajena'' forwarding's agent cachet in green, as well as two entire letters from R&iacute;o Negro and Barranquilla to New York forwarded by Ram&oacute;n Le&oacute;n S&aacute;nchez of Cartagena (cachet on front) with ''20'' U.S. steamer due marking on arrival.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-from-lima-to-bogo-16232.htm" title="12441-529-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-529-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/one-entire-letter-from-lima-to-bogo-16232.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 327]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-chin-uacute-16173.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856. Two entire letters from Chin&uacute; to Bogot&aacute;, of which one displaying ''Chin&uacute;'' and ''Debe''' straight-line handstamps, with the other item just including the ''Debe'' type. The only examples known of these postmarks.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-chin-uacute-16173.htm" title="12441-470-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-470-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-from-chin-uacute-16173.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 328]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-novita-to-popay-aac-16206.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-59. Two covers from Novita to Popay&aacute;n showing very rare ''Novita./De/Oficio.'' double oval in black and red, as well as remarkable entire letter from Zea to Bogot&aacute; with neat ''Anori/Franca'' double oval with ornaments which, to our knowledge, is the only example in existence of this postmark.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-novita-to-popay-aac-16206.htm" title="12441-503-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-503-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-covers-from-novita-to-popay-aac-16206.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 329]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-from-bogot-aacute-to-paris-ra-15102.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1839-57. Cover from Bogot&aacute; to Paris rated ''15'' Reales for local delivery to Cartagena, with ''Bogot&aacute;/Franca'' blue oval and British ''Carthagena'' double arc cds on back, then carried by RMSPC packet to England, with Anglo-French ''GB/1 F 60c'' accountancy marking up to 30 gr. applied in transit at London and charged ''16''&nbsp; decimes; also an earlier entire letter from Paris to Bogot&aacute; carried via London by British steamer. An unusual transatlantic mail.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-from-bogot-aacute-to-paris-ra-15102.htm" title="12441-104-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-104-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/cover-from-bogot-aacute-to-paris-ra-15102.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 330]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-one-from-cartagena-to--16233.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856-63. Three covers, one from Cartagena to Popay&aacute;n carried by ''Hurtado y Hermanos'' forwarding agents of Panama (cachet in red) with ''Buenaventura/Franca'' double oval, other cover shows red ''Buenaventura/Debe'' double oval and ''Jos&eacute; V&aacute;squez C&oacute;rdova/Buenaventura'' forwarder cachet in blue, the third cover showing unusual ''J. H. Jenney./Honda.'' forwarding's agent cachet.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-one-from-cartagena-to--16233.htm" title="12441-530-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-530-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-covers-one-from-cartagena-to--16233.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 331]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-registered-covers-from-soledad--15113.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857. Two registered covers from Soledad to Barranquilla and Cartagena with elusive ''Soledad/De/Oficio'' oval handstamp, also with manuscript signs denoting the registration service including ''O's'' in margins and ''Certificado de oficio'' plus date. A very rare registration mail from this locality.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-registered-covers-from-soledad--15113.htm" title="12441-115-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-115-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-registered-covers-from-soledad--15113.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 332]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-from-santa-m-15099.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1854-57. Two entire letters, one from Santa Marta to Bogot&aacute;, the other from Barranquilla to Popay&aacute;n, both showing ''Simmonds Edwards &amp; Co./Barranquilla'' forwarding agent's cachet in blue, the former including scarce ''Barranquilla/Debe.'' blue oval, the other with ''20'' rate marking, applied in a different blue shade to the accompayning markings. Very scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-from-santa-m-15099.htm" title="12441-101-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-101-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-from-santa-m-15099.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 333]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-remarkable-group-of-covers-entire-16194.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1817-47. A remarkable group of 32 covers/entire letters and one cover front showing Colonial postmarks (including 25 different types) used in the Independence Period, with several scarce/extremely rare items comprising ''Barbs.'' (Barbacoas) &amp; ''Franca'', framed ''Rio Hacha'', ''Marinilla/Franca'', ''Remedios/Debe'' and ''Remedios/Franca'', ''Avejoral'' &amp; ''Deve'', ''Fnca/Buenava'' and ''Debe/Buenava'', blue ''Mariquita/Franca'' and ''Mariquita/Debe'', ''Purificn./Debe.'', etc. Very rare and desirable, with viewing essential.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-remarkable-group-of-covers-entire-16194.htm" title="12441-491.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-491.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-remarkable-group-of-covers-entire-16194.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 334]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lot-of-covers-entire-letters-and-tw-16238.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1820-51. Lot of 17 covers/entire letters and two cover fronts bearing 14 different postmarks with better examples such as ''Neyva'' straight-line, framed ''Lameza/Franca'' in red, dotted framed ''2. RL PAGO 2'' postmark of unknown origin used on entire from Cipaquir&aacute;, ane indistinct double circle in red ''Estado De/.../Franca'' of large format which has been unlisted before, two-lines ''Bucaramanga/Franca'' and red ''Jiron/Franca''. The lot also includes three stampless covers carried inland in Spain (of little significance) and two covers with red handstamps from Piura (Peru) to Guayaquil and from Paita (Peru) to Bogot&aacute;, both being addressed to Mosquera. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lot-of-covers-entire-letters-and-tw-16238.htm" title="12441-535-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-535-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/lot-of-covers-entire-letters-and-tw-16238.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 335]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/postal-history-assembly-composed-of-16172.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1826-54. Postal history assembly composed of 42 covers/entire letters with large Republican ovals, including, among others, better usages from Quilichao, Neyva, Supia, Santa Marta and Tunja, different rates with also high unusual ones, as well as a very scarce combination with a small double oval. Mostly in very fine condition. Viewing essential.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/postal-history-assembly-composed-of-16172.htm" title="12441-469.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-469.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/postal-history-assembly-composed-of-16172.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 336]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/selection-of-entire-letters-covers--16236.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1845-60. Selection of 15 entire letters/covers bearing official (.../De/Oficio'') small oval handstamps from Buga, Barbacoas, Tuquerres, Antioquia (blue), Santander, R&iacute;o Hacha (blue), Barranquilla, R&iacute;o Negro (2, in black and red), Socorro, Cartago (blue), Santa Marta, Popay&aacute;n, Amalfi and Buenaventura (blue). Generally very fine. A very interesting group comprising scarce/very scarce postmarks.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/selection-of-entire-letters-covers--16236.htm" title="12441-533-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-533-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/selection-of-entire-letters-covers--16236.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 337]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/an-outstanding-postal-history-assem-16237.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1845-65. An outstanding postal history assembly composed of 165 entire letters/covers showing small oval postmarks including a wide variety of different localities, including several unusual/rare examples such as Ambalema, San Jil, Socorro, Oca&ntilde;a, Nare, Buga (blue), Marinilla, Osos, San Jos&eacute; de C&uacute;cuta, Soledad, Tocaima, Cipaquir&aacute;, La mesa, Tunja, etc., as well as some official postmarks from Tuquerres, Barranquilla, R&iacute;o Negro, R&iacute;o Hacha, Buanaventura, Santander, Salamina, Cartago, etc., also with some interesting contents and different high rates. A fascinating and very difficult lot which requires careful viewing.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/an-outstanding-postal-history-assem-16237.htm" title="12441-534.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-534.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/an-outstanding-postal-history-assem-16237.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 338]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-selection-of-two-entire-letters-a-16167.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850-58. A selection of two entire letters and one cover to Bogot&aacute; including very rare oval postmarks featuring ''Tulua/Franca'' in blue, black ''Barichar&aacute;./Franca.'' and red ''Mariquita/Debe''. A very rare and delightful trio. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-selection-of-two-entire-letters-a-16167.htm" title="12441-464.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-464.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-selection-of-two-entire-letters-a-16167.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 339]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/british-mail-feb-cover-from-bogot-a-16177.htm</link><description><![CDATA[British Mail. 1840, Feb. 28. Cover from Bogot&aacute; to London carried by British packet with ''2/3'' rate in manuscript, with ''3'' (reales) handstruck covering the internal rate and ''Bogot&aacute;/Franca'' oval, bearing splendid strike of brown red ''Carthagena'' fleuron applied in transit at Kingston (Jamaica). A very scarce and desirable cover.Cert.Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/british-mail-feb-cover-from-bogot-a-16177.htm" title="12441-474.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-474.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/british-mail-feb-cover-from-bogot-a-16177.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 340]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/british-p-o-at-cartagena-dec-entire-16229.htm</link><description><![CDATA[British P.O. at Cartagena. 1854, Dec. 5. Entire letter from Bogot&aacute; to London with small oval in red on dispatch and ''15'' rate marking, charged ''1/-'' British packet rate in manuscript with British ''Carthagena'' double arc on back. Very interesting contents written in English regarding the Civil War in 1854: ''The revolution ended yesterday (...) For 3 days balls were flying over the house every moment (...) Mosquera and Herr&aacute;n entered (Bogot&aacute;) with about 11,000 troops. (...) Obando is hidden, at the last moment offered its services which were not accepted (...) I could not write before as it was no post''. The letter also mentions the murderer and imprisonment of relatives and friends in dramatic circumstances. A scarce transatlantic mail.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/british-p-o-at-cartagena-dec-entire-16229.htm" title="12441-526.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-526.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/british-p-o-at-cartagena-dec-entire-16229.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 341]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-panama-to-b-16200.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1837, 31 Sept. Entire letter from Panama to Bogot&aacute;, rated ''4'' Reales in manuscript paying the single letter rate carried between 301 and 400 Leagues, exhibiting italic ''Panama'' handstamp in red from the colonial period.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-panama-to-b-16200.htm" title="12441-497.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-497.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-panama-to-b-16200.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 342]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-panam-aacute-to-bogo-16176.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1840, Jan. 27. Cover from Panam&aacute; to Bogot&aacute; displaying very fine ''Panam&aacute;./De Oficio.'' red oval. Dated in manuscript by Santa Mar&iacute;a. Very scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-panam-aacute-to-bogo-16176.htm" title="12441-473.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-473.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/jan-cover-from-panam-aacute-to-bogo-16176.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 343]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-directed-to-gener-15074.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1845, Oct. 6. Entire letter directed to General Mosquera at Bogot&aacute;, bearing superb strikes of red ''Panam&aacute;./Franco.'' ornamental oval and italic ''Tarde y Cargada'' applied to late hour correspondence. Rated ''4'' Reales for a single weight letter (301-400 Leagues distance). An extremely rare cover, being very probably unique thus. very fine.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-directed-to-gener-15074.htm" title="12441-76.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-76.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-directed-to-gener-15074.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 344]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-supe-16175.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1846, May. Cover to Bogot&aacute; with superb red ''Panam&aacute;./Debe.'' oval, rated ''4 r'' in manuscript, with on back splendid boxed ''Panam&aacute;/Forwarded by/Frederick W. Byrne''&nbsp; forwarding's agent cachet with manuscript date. An extremely rare combination.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-supe-16175.htm" title="12441-472.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-472.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-to-bogot-aacute-with-supe-16175.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 345]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-directed-fro-15104.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1849-59. Two entire letters, one directed from Bogot&aacute; to Panama with ''Forwarded by Smith &amp; Lewis Panama'' oval on back, the other to New York bearing red ''Forwarded by C.J. Fox Aspinwall N.G.''. A scarce duo.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-directed-fro-15104.htm" title="12441-106.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-106.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/two-entire-letters-one-directed-fro-15104.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 346]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-items-including-one-entire-16201.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1850-57. Group of 5 items including one entire letter from Buenaventura to Panama, with blue ''Dirijida Por/Jim&eacute;nez Hermanos/Panam&aacute;.'' forwarding's agent cachet (according to De Voss, less than five items recorded); also four entire letters/cover from New York to Panama, of which three displaying two cachet types in red of ''Everett &amp; Brown'' forwarding's agent of New York, the other endorsed ''Recomendada a los Sres. Powles Wilson &amp; Co.'' with indistinct British double arc (probably Panama) on back.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-items-including-one-entire-16201.htm" title="12441-498-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-498-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-items-including-one-entire-16201.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 347]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-entire-letters-from-david--15085.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1853. Group of 8 entire letters from David, Cali, Popay&aacute;n, Panam&aacute; and Cartagena to New York (5) and Bogot&aacute; (2), all bearing ''Encaminada por Hurtado i Hermanos Panam&aacute;'' red oval. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-entire-letters-from-david--15085.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-entire-letters-from-david--15085.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 348]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-cover-from-new-16204.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1855-62. Three entire letters/cover from New York and Panama to Bogot&aacute;, each showing red ''Administracion de Correos de Colon/Franca'' double circle. A scarce postmark. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-cover-from-new-16204.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/three-entire-letters-cover-from-new-16204.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 349]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-from-mexico-and-16203.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857-61. Four entire letters from Mexico and New York to Bogot&aacute; and Cartagena, comprising 15 and 20 Reales charges, all showing the unusual red ''Administracion de Correos de Colon/Dabe'' double circle, including one entire with also red ''Colon'' double oval. A very fine and rare group.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-from-mexico-and-16203.htm" title="12441-500-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-500-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/four-entire-letters-from-mexico-and-16203.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 350]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-two-plate-proofs-in-unissue-16199.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 10 c. green, two plate proofs in unissued colours displaying different shades, good to mostly excellent margins. Very fine and scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-two-plate-proofs-in-unissue-16199.htm" title="12441-496.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-496.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-two-plate-proofs-in-unissue-16199.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 351]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-two-copies-with-clear-to-mo-16279.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 2 1/2 c. green, two copies with clear to mostly large margins, together with 10 c. buff, large margins except for being touched at left, each adhesive being seperately cancelled by manuscript ''Bar'', ''baco'' &amp; ''as'' syllables which form the name of the locality of dispatch, on 12 October 1859 entire letter from Barbacoas to Pasto, with the franking required to cover a single weight postage up to 10 gr. for a distance between 150 and 450 km. (190 km. in this case). <strong>A great postal history item as one of only two covers in existence bearing the 2 1/2 c. adhesive, thus being an important item since this was the first stamp issued in Colombian philately. The early usage of this entire gives it an added rarity factor.</strong> Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 1, 4a; Yv 1, 4a. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-two-copies-with-clear-to-mo-16279.htm" title="12383-40.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-40.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-two-copies-with-clear-to-mo-16279.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 352]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-position-featur-16317.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 5 c. grey blue, stone B, position 38 featuring the &ldquo;50&rdquo; centavos instead of &ldquo;5&rdquo; transfer error, graced by wide balanced margins, being close but clear at base, cancelled by neat pearl oval handstamp of Bogot&aacute;. <br />
<em>During the process of transfer, a clich&eacute; of the 20 c. denomination was erroneously placed in position 38 of the stone B sheet. The &ldquo;2&rdquo; of the &ldquo;20&rdquo; was converted into a &ldquo;5&rdquo; but the &ldquo;0&rdquo; was not erased. </em><br />
Illustrated on page 29 of Dieter Bortfeldt&rsquo;s &ldquo;Colombia Philatelic Handbook and&nbsp; Catalogue&rdquo;. Small corner crease at bottom left which is far from the design. Only five copies of the &ldquo;50&rdquo; centavos transfer error are recorded, which are considered as one of the scarcest varieties in the classic period, with only two copies known in this distinctly greyish shade, of which this example is the vastly superior in quality and one of the finest of the five errors in existence. Cert. Bortfeldt and Rendon. Scott 2b; Yv 2a. <em>Ex S&aacute;nchez Vega and Frohlich.</em><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-position-featur-16317.htm" title="12383-77.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-77.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-position-featur-16317.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 353]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-an-extraordinar-16316.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 5 c. grey blue, stone B, an extraordinary pair from positions 38-39, including the &ldquo;50&rdquo; centavos instead of &ldquo;5&rdquo; transfer error at left showing the punched hole, unused with part original gum displaying an unusually intense shade, with splendid margins varying from clear to large for the most part. <br />
<em>During the process of transfer, a clich&eacute; of the 20 c. denomination was erroneously placed in position 38 of the stone B sheet. The &ldquo;2&rdquo; of the &ldquo;20&rdquo; was converted into a &ldquo;5&rdquo; but the &ldquo;0&rdquo; was not erased; when the postal authorities realized this error, position 38 was invalidated on the subsequent sheets printed by the punching out of the centre of the stamp, which resulted in the removal of the shield in the design. </em><br />
<strong>Apart from the existence of one reconstructed complete sheet, only this pair is recorded as showing the punched hole in the transfer error position, these two pieces being the only examples in existence of this error in unused condition. Accordingly this item is of immense significance and is without doubt one of the gems of Colombian philately.</strong> Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 2+(2b); Yv 2+(2a). <em>Ex Frohlich.</em><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-an-extraordinar-16316.htm" title="12383-76.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-76.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-an-extraordinar-16316.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 354]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-violet-a-most-remarkable-str-16273.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 5 c. grey violet, a most remarkable strip of three which exhibits one of the scarcest shades of this value, attractively margined with clear to large spaces, showing an uneven intensity of shades due to an inconsistent inking of the stone in the printing process, paying the 15 c. single rate not exceeding 10 gr. for a distance up to 450 kms. (345 kms. in this case), on 6 September 1859 entire letter from Salina de Chita to Bogot&aacute;, with multiple tied by very elusive ''Chita/Franca'' double oval. Illustrated on page 6a of Dieter Bortfeldt's ''Colombia Philatelic Handbook and Catalogue''. Cover has some wrinkles including one very slightly impinging on the strip, of no importance for this major postal history rarity of Colombian philately, being <strong>unique bearing the only recorded multiple of this denomination, as well as the largest strip of any value in the first issue; its major importance is further enhanced by the fact that it also represents the second earliest recorded use on cover in Colombian philately</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 3e; Yv 2. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-violet-a-most-remarkable-str-16273.htm" title="12383-34.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-34.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-violet-a-most-remarkable-str-16273.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 355]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-an-extremely-fresh-copy-gr-16274.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 5 c. violet, an extremely fresh copy graced by a remarkably intense bright shade, ample to large margins, together with 10 c. red brown, showing an unusual oily impression with wide even margins all around, both required to pay the single domestic rate for a distance between 150 and 450 km. on 24 September 1859 entire letter from Barranquilla to Momp&oacute;s, cleanly tied by ''Barranquilla/Franca'' oval handstamp. Illustrated on page 6 of Dieter Bortfeldt's ''Colombia Philatelic Handbook and Catalogue''. Some trivial faint toning of no significance as the franking is not affected. <strong>A rare first issue combination cover which is of fundamental significance for an advanced collection on the classic period, being even more remarkable by having been carried during the first month of issue, an early period from which few covers are recorded</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 3, 4; Yv 2, 4a. <em>Ex Hubbard</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-an-extremely-fresh-copy-gr-16274.htm" title="12383-35.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-35.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-an-extremely-fresh-copy-gr-16274.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 356]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orangey-brown-stone-a-possessing--16276.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 10 c. orangey brown, stone A, possessing detailed impression and scarce shade, with clear to predominantly huge margins, cancelled by very fine strike of ''4'' pre-adhesive period numeral handstamp possessing a certain shape which is characteristic of the type used at C&uacute;cuta, used on cover from C&uacute;cuta (manuscript docket inside) to Maracaibo (Venezuela), with ''10 c.'' manuscript rate endorsement on dispatch as usually applied by some Colombian P.O.'s before the application of the adhesive. <strong>A desirable scarce 10 c. single franking on one of the less than ten significant first issue covers addressed to an external destination, of which three were sent to Venezuela</strong>, these belonging to the same correspondence. Cert. Bortfeldt, signed Newbury. Scott 4b; Yv 4a. <em>Ex Newbury and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orangey-brown-stone-a-possessing--16276.htm" title="12383-37.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-37.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orangey-brown-stone-a-possessing--16276.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 357]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-red-stone-a-in-an-exceptio-16275.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 10 c. orange red, stone A, in an exceptional state of freshness displaying an outstandingly strong colour, on cover showing ''La Mesa'' cancel in manuscript and paying the single rate for a distance not exceeding 150 Km. from La Mesa to Bogot&aacute;. Superb condition in every respect, being one of a group of less than ten covers known bearing this single franking, of which three are similar, originating from the same correspondence and bearing the stamp carefully cancelled at La Mesa in manuscript, instead of being tied to cover. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 4d; Yv 4. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-red-stone-a-in-an-exceptio-16275.htm" title="12383-36.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-36.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-red-stone-a-in-an-exceptio-16275.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 358]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-stone-a-large-to-huge-marg-16277.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 10 c. orange, stone A, large to huge margins for the most part showing frame line of neighbouring adhesive at right, in combination with 10 c. brown orange, stone B, ample margins all around, both tied to cover to Bogot&aacute; by two light strikes of ''Cartagena/Franca'' oval handstamp in blue, with franking required to pay the single weight postage corresponding to a distance between 450 and 1,350 km. Faint horizontal crease along cover which passes through a small portion of the design of stone B adhesive, of absolutely no significance for this gem of a cover. Illustrated on pages 11 and 34a of Dieter Bortfeldt's ''Colombia Philatelic Handbook and Catalogue''. <strong>An exceptional franking featuring two same denominations stamps in contrasting shades emanating from different stones, which is a unique occurrence in the classic period</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 4d, 4e; Yv 4, 4a. <em>Ex Neuburger, Londo&ntilde;o, Sander and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-stone-a-large-to-huge-marg-16277.htm" title="12383-38.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-38.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-stone-a-large-to-huge-marg-16277.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 359]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-an-extraordinary-mar-16318.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 20 c. blue, stone A, an extraordinary marginal block of four from the bottom left corner of the sheet, positions 34-35 / 45-46, featuring blank space at top right where the &ldquo;5&rdquo; centavos transfer error had been placed in previously printed sheets, wonderfully margined varying from large to huge spaces, displaying a different intensity of impression and shades due to an uneven inking of the plate. <br />
<em>In the process of transfer, one 5 centavos clich&eacute; was erroneously placed at position 35 onto the plate of 20 centavos; the postal authorities, after having been printed the majority of the 20 centavos sheets, were aware of this error and position 35 was then erased resulting in a blank space -probably very few sheets included this correction-. </em><br />
Minute thin spot between adhesives at base, slight corner crease at bottom left and small paper hinge at top, none of which are of significance. -Only four items in mint condition, which include the transfer error but not erased, are recorded, of which one is a complete sheet that had been regarded as the most important item of Colombian philately-. This unparalleled gem, which was recently discovered in May 2007 and graced the extraordinary Alfredo Frohlich&rsquo;s collection, is <strong>the only existing proof of the erasure of the 5 centavos transfer error. Its extraordinary significance and importance, together with its undoubtedly visual magnificence, makes this item one of the two most important in Colombian philately, as well as a gem of South American philately. </strong>Cert. Bortfeldt. <em>Ex Frohlich.</em><br />
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<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-an-extraordinary-mar-16318.htm" title="12383-78.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-78.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-an-extraordinary-mar-16318.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 360]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-clear-to-huge-m-16278.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 20 c. grey blue, stone B, clear to huge margins displaying a scarce shade, tied to cover to Bucaramanga by superb strike of ''Purificacion./Franca.'' oval handstamp. As the distance between the two locations was more than 450 km., the single weight postage rate payable was 20c. In visually superb condition, this cover can be regarded as <strong>one of the finest 20 c. single franking covers in existence, further enhanced by being the very scarce shade as well as the only postal history example known with this cancellation in the classic period</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and Scheller. Scott 6a; Yv 5. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-clear-to-huge-m-16278.htm" title="12383-39.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-39.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-blue-stone-b-clear-to-huge-m-16278.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 361]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-light-rose-on-bluish-paper-good-i-15312.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 1 p. light rose on bluish paper, good impression with large even margins all around, unused without gum as usual. Slight traces of reduced tone spots. One of only no more than 15 examples of this stamp in existence, most of them being in inferior conditions with various faults. The catalogue value of this stamp is greatly underestimated. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 8; Yv 6a. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-light-rose-on-bluish-paper-good-i-15312.htm" title="12441-314.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-314.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-light-rose-on-bluish-paper-good-i-15312.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 362]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-light-rose-on-bluish-paper-an-ext-15313.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, 1 p. light rose on bluish paper, an extremely fresh copy showing large balanced margins on all four sides, unused without gum as usual. Slight horizontal crease at top, of no significance for this, one of the rarest stamps in the classic issues of Colombia. Only about 15 examples have been recorded, with the great majority being in poor condition. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 8; Yv 6a. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-light-rose-on-bluish-paper-an-ext-15313.htm" title="12441-315.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-315.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-light-rose-on-bluish-paper-an-ext-15313.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 363]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-issue-an-outstanding-group-of-16207.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859, First issue. An outstanding group of 22 stamps with 2 1/2 c. marginal vertical pair on piece, 5 two-colour frankings on pieces comprising different shades and cancellations including one 10 c. pair, 5 c. with 7 copies including one pair, scarce cancellations such as Chita, Villavieja and La Plata, as well as 1 p. rose on bluish paper cancelled by manuscript cross (only about 15 copies are recorded of this stamp). A very fine and rare assembly. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-issue-an-outstanding-group-of-16207.htm" title="12441-504-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-504-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-issue-an-outstanding-group-of-16207.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 364]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-dark-purple-stone-a-predominantly-16280.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 5 c. dark purple, stone A, predominantly large even margins, paying the single rate for a short distance (less than 150 km.), on entire letter (part of the contents missing) from the Sub-Post Office of Jir&oacute;n to Floridablanca. Stamp tied by very fine strike of red ''Jiron./Franca.'' oval handstamp, this being <strong>a very elusive cancellation which is probably unique used on cover in the classic period</strong>.<strong> </strong>Minor edge splitting and some age toning of little consequence. <strong>A rare single franking with only two covers recorded</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 10a; Yv 7. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-dark-purple-stone-a-predominantly-16280.htm" title="12383-41.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-41.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-dark-purple-stone-a-predominantly-16280.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 365]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-stone-b-a-stunning-blo-16281.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 5 c. grey lilac, stone B, a stunning block of three, clear margins for the most part just touching at one small place of two adhesives, showing three strikes of blue ''2'' numeral handstamp used to denote postal rates during the pre-adhesive period, tied to 11 May 1860 entire letter from Santa Marta to Momp&oacute;s, paying the single weight rate for a distance not exceeding 450 km. Illustrated on page 61 of Dieter Bortfeldt's ''Colombia Philatelic Handbook and Catalogue''. Horizontal crease impinging on two stamps, in no way detracting from this visually impressive <strong>cover featuring the largest recorded used multiple of this 5 c. denomination as well as the second earliest recorded date for this issue, additionally being the largest multiple on cover of any second issue value, exhibiting a very scarce cancellation. These attributes clearly confirm the fact that this cover is regarded as one of the most significant in the second issue</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 10; Yv 7. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-stone-b-a-stunning-blo-16281.htm" title="12383-42.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-42.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-stone-b-a-stunning-blo-16281.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 366]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-orange-stone-a-a-marginal--15327.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 10 c. yellow orange, stone A, a marginal block of eight from the top of the sheet, positions 6-9 / 16-19, large to enormous margins just cut into at bottom right due to the shifted alignment of position 19. Faint crease in margin between stamps at right, of no importance. A rare multiple. Scott 11; Yv 8.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-orange-stone-a-a-marginal--15327.htm" title="12441-329.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-329.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-orange-stone-a-a-marginal--15327.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 367]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-seven-well-margined-copies-16209.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, group of seven well margined copies with 5 c. (5) including a very scarce usage of the Chinquinquira handstamp, and 10 c. (2). Very fine, with just one copy affected by faint crease.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-seven-well-margined-copies-16209.htm" title="12441-506-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-506-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-seven-well-margined-copies-16209.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 368]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-graced-by-large-balan-16283.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 10 c. yellow buff, graced by large balanced margins all around, delicately tied by neat strike of ''San Joaquin/Franca'' double oval handstamp, used on cover from San Joaqu&iacute;n to San Gil covering the single weight letter rate for the distance between these two localities. <strong>A very rare cancellation on cover, also being one of less than ten in existence bearing this denomination</strong>, of great beauty in every respect. Cert. Bortfeldt and Scheller. Scott 11; Yv 8. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-graced-by-large-balan-16283.htm" title="12383-44.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-44.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-graced-by-large-balan-16283.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 369]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-stone-a-excellent-marg-16284.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 5 c. grey lilac, stone A, excellent margins and great freshness, together with 10 c. yellow buff, both tied by ''Honda/Franca'' oval handstamp in blue on cover (slightly reduced at left) from Honda to Havana (Cuba), showing ''(Vapor R&aacute;pido)'' endorsement which probably denoted the carriage on a steamship route without stopover between Colombia and Cuba. The franking only paid the domestic rate to the port of despatch, in this case being almost certainly either Cartagena or Santa Marta. <strong>An extraordinary item representing the only recorded usage to Cuba in the classic period, this being a very rare usage, at this time, to a non-bordering external destination. The rarity of this cover is enhanced by being one of only three in existence bearing this franking</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and Moorhouse. Scott 10, 11; Yv 7, 8. <em>Ex Burrus and Hubbard</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-stone-a-excellent-marg-16284.htm" title="12383-45.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-45.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-stone-a-excellent-marg-16284.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 370]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-a-splendid-copy-of-d-15336.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 20 c. blue, stone A, a splendid copy of detailed impression in light bright shade, three large margins to clear at base, cancelled by pen cross on July 5 1860 entire letter from C&uacute;cuta to Bogot&aacute;, covering the distance not exceeding 1,350 km. at single weight letter rate. <strong>Very probably the finest example of only about five single frankings recorded with this stamp.&nbsp; An exquisite quality example for exhibition</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 12; Yv 9. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-a-splendid-copy-of-d-15336.htm" title="12441-338.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-338.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-a-splendid-copy-of-d-15336.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 371]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-shaved-at-left-other-15337.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 20 c. blue, stone A, shaved at left, otherwise large to huge margins, cancelled by pen strokes on single weight entire letter of less than 10 gr. of weight from C&uacute;cuta dated 19 October 1860 to Bogot&aacute;, carried on a route between 450 and 1,350 km. <strong>An extremely rare cover with only about five examples of this franking in existence</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 12; Yv 9.<em> Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-shaved-at-left-other-15337.htm" title="12441-339.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-339.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-shaved-at-left-other-15337.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 372]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-excellent-margins-al-16285.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 20 c. blue, stone A, excellent margins all around, on cover front (three back flaps missing) from Vel&eacute;z to R&iacute;o Negro, with manuscript ''20 cs.'' rate paid by the adhesive which is tied in manuscript by ''Veles'' within decorative diamond cancel. As the distance between the two localities exceeded 450 km., the single rate of 20 c. was chargeable. <strong>A very rare cancellation, being even more remarkable exhibiting an ornamental design as well as the manuscript insertion. This item belongs to the rare group of only about five covers bearing this single stone A franking</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 12; Yv 9. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-excellent-margins-al-16285.htm" title="12383-46.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-46.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-excellent-margins-al-16285.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 373]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-two-copies-in-the-at-16282.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 20 c. blue, stone A, two copies in the attractive milky shade which is characteristic of this denomination, with mainly large margins except for one example where one frame line is touched at left, in combination with well margined 5 c. grey lilac, stone B, all tied by two strikes of Bogot&aacute; oval handstamp, including one example of each denomination also cancelled by docketing of receipt in manuscript, on entire letter from Bogot&aacute; dated 16 July 1860 to New York, carried via Colon with involvement of C. J. Fox forwarding agent of Aspinwall (Colon) represented by red cachet on front. The franking paid 25 c. for the internal single rate covering a distance above 1,350 km., plus 20 c. for forwarding service to its final destination. <strong>Early classic period covers addressed to a non-bordering destination are highly desirable and very rare; in this second issue only three covers of this nature are recorded (one of them also being offered in this sale), including two items which are the only known bearing this stunning franking, both being addressed to New Yor</strong><strong>k</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 10, 12; Yv 7, 9. <em>Ex Kaplan and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-two-copies-in-the-at-16282.htm" title="12383-43.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-43.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-a-two-copies-in-the-at-16282.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 374]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-b-in-a-deep-strong-sha-16286.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, 20 c. blue, stone B, in a deep strong shade which is characteristic of this stone, large margins except close at one point at right, in combination with 5 c. grey lilac, ample to mostly huge margins, both cancelled by Bogot&aacute; oval handstamp on cover front from Bogot&aacute; to Santa Marta, paid according to the double weight letter rate up to 15 gr. for a distance up to 1,350 km. Addressee's docket in upper left corner indicates the date of dispatch as 12 September 1861. Archive punch and portion of paper loss in lower left corner of cover, both well away from the franking. <strong>A postal history rarity of great significance as being the only cover in existence displaying a 20 c. adhesive from stone B. </strong>Cert. Bortfeldt and Behr. Scott 10, 12; Yv 7, 9. <em>Ex Frohlich.</em><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-b-in-a-deep-strong-sha-16286.htm" title="12383-47.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-47.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-stone-b-in-a-deep-strong-sha-16286.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 375]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-horizontal-pair-displaying--16239.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 2 1/2 c. black, horizontal pair displaying large balanced margins all around, used showing an indistinct manuscript cancel. Small ink erosion resulting in a small tear at right tablet, slight vertical crease in margin between adhesives and minute thin on back. <strong>One of only four used pairs recorded, this being, despite the slight imperfections, the finest in appearance</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 13; Yv 10. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-horizontal-pair-displaying--16239.htm" title="12429-82.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12429-82.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-horizontal-pair-displaying--16239.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 376]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-large-margins-except--16287.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 10 c. yellow buff, large margins except for being just cut into frame line at left, showing ''Salazar'' manuscript cancel, paying the local single rate for a distance up to 25 km. on entire letter from Salazar dated 6 September 1863 to Oca&ntilde;a. ''Con 25 p. en oro'' endorsement denoting a further shipment of gold pieces which was carried without official involvement of the mails, as supported by the contents mentioning: ''Con el presente correo te remito veinticinco pesos fuertes en oro y piedras de cinco (...) No adjunto libramiento porque el agente de correos nacionales me ha dicho que es innecesario y no est&aacute; dispuesto, de modo que los remesadores somos los que arriesgamos y no la renta''; thus the sender very probably consigned the gold pieces at his own risk to the postman who serviced the route from Salazar to Oca&ntilde;a, with the franking paying the entire only. Slight wrinkles or creases to cover, none of which affect the franking.<strong> The ''Nueva Granada'' issue is considered to be one of the scarcest on cover in the classic period. This cover, bearing a single franking of this denomination, is unique, and is regarded as one of the rarities of this issue; additionally this item includes very interesting contents regarding a special carrier service which was not operated by the mails at that time</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 14a; Yv 11. <em>Ex Londo&ntilde;o and Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-large-margins-except--16287.htm" title="12383-48.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-48.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-large-margins-except--16287.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 377]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-a-very-fresh-vertical-16288.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 10 c. yellow buff, a very fresh vertical pair with margins varying from huge to slightly cut into in part of one adhesive at right, cancelled by two strikes of ''0'' numeral handstamp, paying the single rate to any internal destination inside Colombia (according to the decree issued on 27.11.1861), on 23 April 1863 entire letter from Espinal to Bogot&aacute;. <strong>One of only four covers in existence bearing two copies of this denomination</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 14a; Yv 11. <em>Ex Wickersham, Sander and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-a-very-fresh-vertical-16288.htm" title="12383-49.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-49.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-buff-a-very-fresh-vertical-16288.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 378]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-three-used-copies-including--15350.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 10 c. blue, three used copies including a splendid bottom-sheet marginal copy cancelled by two superb strikes of blue ''0'' numeral handstamp, as well as two very rare manuscript usages of La Plata and Tunja. One copy with faint thin. Very scarce. Scott 16; Yv 12. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-three-used-copies-including--15350.htm" title="12441-352-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-352-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-three-used-copies-including--15350.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 379]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-two-well-margined-copies-canc-15355.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 20 c. red, two well margined copies cancelled by red ''Col&oacute;n'' oval (small thin) and ''Piedras'' in manuscript. A desirable duo with very rare usages. Scott 17; Yv 13<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-two-well-margined-copies-canc-15355.htm" title="12441-357.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-357.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-two-well-margined-copies-canc-15355.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 380]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-rose-lilac-just-shaved-at-base-ot-15391.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 1 p. rose lilac, just shaved at base, otherwise good margins, used on piece in mixed franking with 1863 50 c. green on bluish paper, right-hand sheet marginal strip of three, types I-II-II, good margins, cancelled by complete ''La Plata'' manuscript cancel. <strong>Mixed franking including the third issue are exceedingly rare</strong>. Vertical crease affecting the multiple, in no way detracting from this stunning and <strong>unique franking, showing an extraordinarily rare cancellation usage for the 1863 issue</strong>. A very desirable exhibition item. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 18, 29; Yv 14, 22. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-rose-lilac-just-shaved-at-base-ot-15391.htm" title="12441-393.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-393.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-rose-lilac-just-shaved-at-base-ot-15391.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 381]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-type-iii-strip-of-three-just-16289.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, 10 c. blue, type III, strip of three, just cut slightly into at left with wide margins on the other sides, applied on envelope from Bogot&aacute; to Dudley (England) paying the domestic rate to Colon, tied by ''Bogot&aacute;'' oval pearl handstamps, with red Colon oval marking and ''2/4'' Shillings manuscript rate to be paid upon arrival on front. Reverse showing British ''Colon/No 7/1862'' double arc, London transit and arrival, these dates proving that this issue, contrary to what it is erroneously stated in catalogues, was put into circulation in 1862 and not in 1863, this cover being the second earliest recorded for this issue. Some age toning overall and two small portions of paper loss in left corners of envelope which have been restored on the reverse with pieces of paper, of absolutely no importance for this, <strong>the largest multiple of this denomination on cover. A very desirable item for both collectors of Colombian and Panamanian postal history</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 25a; Yv 20. <em>Ex Londo&ntilde;o and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-type-iii-strip-of-three-just-16289.htm" title="12383-50.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-50.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-type-iii-strip-of-three-just-16289.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 382]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-type-i-showing-wide-margins-a-16290.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, 20 c. red, type I, showing wide margins all around, tied by ''Bogot&aacute;'' oval pearl handstamp on 26 August 1863 cover to Ambalema. The stamp was used to pay the double weight postage to any internal destination in Colombia as per decree of 1861. <strong>A very desirable single franking of which only four are recorded, this having a distinguished provenance. It must be also considered that only six covers in all are recorded bearing this value</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt, signed Rendon. Scott 26; Yv 21. <em>Ex Wickersham, Hubbard and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-type-i-showing-wide-margins-a-16290.htm" title="12383-51.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-51.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-type-i-showing-wide-margins-a-16290.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 383]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-instead-c-error-of-tr-16319.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, ''50'' c. red instead ''20'' c., error of transfer, type I, touched on two sides, being slightly cut into at right with clear margin at top, unused without gum. Small thin, nevertheless an extremely rare variety in unused condition. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 26b; Yv 22a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-instead-c-error-of-tr-16319.htm" title="12383-79.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-79.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-instead-c-error-of-tr-16319.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 384]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-instead-c-red-error-of-transf-15394.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, 50 c. red instead 20 c. red, error of transfer, type I, vivid colour, slightly touched at top with large to huge margins on other three sides, used on piece in mixed franking with 1863 5 c. orange-yellow in pair, types I-II, mostly large margins, both tied by neat ''Medell&iacute;n/Franca'' oval handstamp in blue. The 50 c. error occurred in the fourth or fifth horizontal row. <strong>The only recorded usage on piece of this error, which does not exist on cover, also being, which is even much more significant, the only existing usage of this error in combination with any other stamp</strong>. <strong>An extraordinary rarity and gem of Colombian philately of stunning visual impact, which had been unknown to most of the advanced previous and present day collectors of classic Colombian philately, being hidden by Santa Mar&iacute;a for decades</strong>. Described in the certificate as ''one of the most important classic Colombian pieces''. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 26b, 30; Yv 22a, 23. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-instead-c-red-error-of-transf-15394.htm" title="12441-396.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-396.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-instead-c-red-error-of-transf-15394.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 385]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-stunning-block-of-three--15396.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 5 c. orange, a stunning block of three showing upper adhesive printed sideways, positioned at third to the left in the top horizontal row of the sheet, type II, with bottom stamps being types I-II from the transfer block of four, complete to large margins. Small portion in lower right corner of right-hand adhesive cut off and rejoined, of little significance not having affected the upper adhesive. <strong>A key item of Colombian philately with only six multiples recorded from the upper sheet setting which include a sideways position, one graces the Tapling collection. This being one of the second largest known</strong>. Cert. Botfeldt. Scott 30a; Yv 23a. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-stunning-block-of-three--15396.htm" title="12441-398.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-398.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-stunning-block-of-three--15396.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 386]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-well-margined-copy-on-ju-16314.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 5 c. orange, a well margined copy on judicial cover from Barichara to Mogotes, tied by very elusive ''Barichara/Franca'' double oval handstamp. Overall staining and ink oxidation to stamp resulting in an altered shade. <strong>One of only five covers recorded bearing this denomination, this being unique as a single franking. </strong>Cert. Bortfeldt and Scheller. Scott 30; Yv 23. <em>Ex Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-well-margined-copy-on-ju-16314.htm" title="12383-74.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-74.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-well-margined-copy-on-ju-16314.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 387]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-vermilion-clear-to-huge-margins-b-16293.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 20 c. vermilion, clear to huge margins, being just touched in upper left ornament at left, together with clear to large margined 10 c. blue, both tied to triple weight cover from Bogot&aacute; to Ambalema by oval pearl handstamp on dispatch. Addressee's docket inside indicates the date of dispatch as <strong>21 October 1863, thus pre-dating to 1863 instead of 1864 the date this issue was stated to be printed by catalogues. An extremely rare franking with only two covers recorded, this being further enhanced as the earliest recorded item of this issue.</strong> Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 31, 32; Yv 24, 25. <em>Ex Wickersham, Hubbard and Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-vermilion-clear-to-huge-margins-b-16293.htm" title="12383-54.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-54.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-vermilion-clear-to-huge-margins-b-16293.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 388]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-margins-varying-from-clear--16315.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 50 c. green, margins varying from clear to mostly large, in mixed franking with 1864 10 c. violet, just touched at base with ample margins on other sides, both tied by ''Certfificaci&oacute;n &aacute; Bogot&aacute;/Sali&oacute; en_de_'' two-lines handstamp in red with manuscript 27 June 1865 date, on registered cover to Cali, with 10 strikes of ''0'' handstamp in red along sides as stipulated for registered mail, two of which also are tying the franking, with annotation as received by addressee and signature on front. The rate made up of 50 c. for registration fee and 10 c. covering the single weight letter rate. Two red strikes of General P.O. of Colombia handstamp on reverse used for registered mail. <strong>A very desirable mixed franking of visually striking appeal, with its rarity enhanced by the fact that only two covers are known bearing this 50 c. denomination.</strong> Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 33, 38; Yv 26, 30. <em>Ex Burrus, Hubbard and Frohlich</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-margins-varying-from-clear--16315.htm" title="12383-75.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-75.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-margins-varying-from-clear--16315.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 389]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-unused-blocks-of-fou-14672.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1859-63. Group of three unused blocks of four with 1859 20 c. blue, 1860 10 c. yellow buff and 1863 50 c. green from the upper margin of the sheet. Each with usual minor fault which does not detract. A very fine and scarce group. Scott 6, 11, 33; Yv 5, 8, 26.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-unused-blocks-of-fou-14672.htm" title="12457-141-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-141-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/group-of-three-unused-blocks-of-fou-14672.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 390]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-in-strip-of-four-cancelled-by-red-16208.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 10 c. in strip of four cancelled by red ovals of Santa Marta, cover bearing 5 c. with one adhesive missing (nevertheless only about five covers are recorded with this 5 c. denomination), as well as 1 p. two Sperati master die proofs. Scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-in-strip-of-four-cancelled-by-red-16208.htm" title="12441-505-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-505-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-in-strip-of-four-cancelled-by-red-16208.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 391]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-two-strips-of-three-includ-16294.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 10 c. violet, two strips of three including transfer types 2-4 &amp; 8-10, mostly good margins except for one strip which is just shaved at base, both in deep colour, together with three single copies of the same value in a light shade, transfer types 5, 4 &amp; 11, cut into in small places with mostly good margins, used on registered cover front from Bogot&aacute; to Cartagena, cancelled by ''0'' numeral handstamp and italic ''Certificaci&oacute;n a Bogot&aacute;/Sali&oacute; en_de_'', both applied in red, the latter being repeated above franking with date in manuscript ''17 Junio 1865''. The franking covered the 50 c. of the registration fee plus 40 c. corresponding to a four fold domestic rate. Left-hand strip affected by tiny surface rubbing and small tear, just mentioned for accuracy. Notated as received and signature on front as stipulated for registered mail by the postal rules. <strong>A marvellous eye-catching</strong><strong> cover representing the largest recorded franking of this value, bearing a most unusual combination franking of the same denominations in distinctly different shades</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 38; Yv 30. <em>Ex Londo&ntilde;o and Frohlich</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-two-strips-of-three-includ-16294.htm" title="12383-55.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-55.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-two-strips-of-three-includ-16294.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 392]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-diagonal-half-used-as-c-com-16291.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 20 c. blue, diagonal half used as 10 c., complete to clear margins, on 1866 judicial wrapper (reduced at right) from Santa B&aacute;rbara, tied by neat strike of ''S. Barbara/Franca'' two lines handstamp. <strong>One of only four bisect usages recorded of this denomination on cover, this exhibiting an extremely rare cancellation</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 39; Yv 31.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-diagonal-half-used-as-c-com-16291.htm" title="12383-52.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-52.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-diagonal-half-used-as-c-com-16291.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 393]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-diagonal-half-used-as-c-com-16292.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 20 c. blue, diagonal half used as 10 c., complete to large margins, on 1866 judicial wrapper (reduced at left) from Jir&oacute;n to San Gil, tied by ''Jiron./Franc.'' oval handstamp. <strong>One of only four bisect usages known of this denomination on cover</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 39; Yv 31.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-diagonal-half-used-as-c-com-16292.htm" title="12383-53.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-53.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-diagonal-half-used-as-c-com-16292.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 394]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-black-on-red-an-outstanding-strip-16313.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 10 p. black on red, an outstanding strip of three in vivid colour, showing good margins all around except for being just touched at small place at top right, tied to piece displaying three complete manuscript cancels of Medell&iacute;n, with trace of indistinct carmine handstamp at left. <strong>One of just three strips of three in existence, these being the second largest multiples of this denomination</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 52; Yv 40.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-black-on-red-an-outstanding-strip-16313.htm" title="12383-73.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-73.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-black-on-red-an-outstanding-strip-16313.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 395]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-single-copy-and-diagonal-hal-15430.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 20 c. blue, single copy and diagonal half, the latter showing a remarkably rare double impression, very large margins for the most part, used on complete judicial wrapper from Popay&aacute;n to Pasto, both stamps tied by ''Popay&aacute;n'' manuscript cancel covering a triple weight letter rate. <strong>A unique franking including an extremely rare bisect usage</strong>, as well as a very interesting variety. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 47; Yv 36. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-single-copy-and-diagonal-hal-15430.htm" title="12441-432.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-432.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-single-copy-and-diagonal-hal-15430.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 396]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-c-c-c-black-on-blue-w-14531.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870-79, 2 c., 5 c., 10 c., 25 c. black on blue (without gum) and 25 c. green, all in blocks of four, mostly being never hinged, as well as 1903, Bogot&aacute; Issue. 50 p. orange on pale rose and 100 p. deep blue on deep rose, two spectacular blocks of four, the former being a never hinged marginal multiple with slight vertical crease, the other with faint creases not visible on front, of no importance and usually encountered. A very scarce pair of multiples with very few recorded, very desirable. Yv 50-53A, 131-32.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-c-c-c-black-on-blue-w-14531.htm" title="12457-66-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-66-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-c-c-c-black-on-blue-w-14531.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 397]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/civil-war-issues-group-of-different-14639.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1902-04, Civil War Issues. Group of 19 different values in 20 complete sheets including two half sheets and one part sheet of 99 stamps, with better Barranquilla values with sewing machine perf. and 1902 5 c. registration stamp, also including 1902 Cartagena 5 c. in unissued orange colour on yellowish paper, in complete sheet which is the largest known multiple and very probably unique. More than &euro; 4'000 of catalogue value. A very scarce group. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/civil-war-issues-group-of-different-14639.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/civil-war-issues-group-of-different-14639.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 398]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/provisional-issue-of-barbacoas-c-gr-16329.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1902-03, Provisional Issue of Barbacoas, 20 c. green, used on cover to New York, uncancelled as usual with postage due oval handstamp applied on arrival on front, with three different New York datestamps on reverse. Closed tear to cover at top, as well as horizontal crease slightly impinging on the franking, nevertheless a very rare usage. Yv 136.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/provisional-issue-of-barbacoas-c-gr-16329.htm" title="12383-89.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-89.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/provisional-issue-of-barbacoas-c-gr-16329.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 399]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/anti-tuberculosis-campaign-local-is-14626.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1932, Anti-Tuberculosis Campaign, local issue of Medell&iacute;n. Part sheet of 45 stamps, showing six stamps with sideways surcharge variety in the fourth horizontal row. The largest multiple of this stamp known, being one of only about three recorded. Two corner adhesives are defective, in no way detracting. A very desirable showpiece. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/anti-tuberculosis-campaign-local-is-14626.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/anti-tuberculosis-campaign-local-is-14626.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 400]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/fourth-centenary-of-bogot-aacute-co-14673.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1938, Fourth Centenary of Bogot&aacute;. Complete imperf. set in blocks of four, including marginal items. Very rare. Scott 457-63var; Yv 313-19var. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/fourth-centenary-of-bogot-aacute-co-14673.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/fourth-centenary-of-bogot-aacute-co-14673.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 401]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-good-perfor-16310.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1919, 2 c. carmine rose, position 1, good perforation for this stamp. Only 260 examples of this stamp were issued (according to the research by Carlos Valenzuela Acosta, and not 200 as it has been usually thought), with at most only 49 mint copies in existence. Very slight traces of tone spots in few perforations, mentioned for accuracy only. Signed Kessler and A. Diena. Sc C1; Yv 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-good-perfor-16310.htm" title="12383-71.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-71.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-good-perfor-16310.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 402]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-well-centre-16311.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1919, 2 c. carmine rose, position 8, well centred tied to piece by Barranquilla and Puerto Colombia cds's. Very fine. Signed Brun. Scott C1; Yv 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-well-centre-16311.htm" title="12383-72.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-72.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-well-centre-16311.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 403]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-on-cover-fr-16295.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1919, 2 c. carmine rose, position 3, on cover from Barranquilla to Puerto Colombia, tied by Barranquilla and Puerto Colombia cds's. Scarce. Sc C1; Yv 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-on-cover-fr-16295.htm" title="12383-56.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-56.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-position-on-cover-fr-16295.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 404]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-on-cover-from-barran-16296.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1919, 2 c. carmine rose, on cover from Barranquilla to Puerto Colombia, tied by Barranquilla and arrival cds's. Scarce. Cert. P.F., signed Kessler. Scott C1; Yv 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-on-cover-from-barran-16296.htm" title="12383-57.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-57.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-carmine-rose-on-cover-from-barran-16296.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 405]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-woman-and-boy-watching-plane-unus-16297.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Woman and boy watching plane, unused without gum as issued displaying the usual margins. One of only 38 unused stamps in existence. Very fine. Scott C2; Yv 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-woman-and-boy-watching-plane-unus-16297.htm" title="12383-58.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-58.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-woman-and-boy-watching-plane-unus-16297.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 406]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-woman-and-boy-watching-plane-good-16298.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Woman and boy watching plane, good centring for this value. Only 38 unused stamps with this design have survived. Very fine. Scott C2; Yv 2.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-woman-and-boy-watching-plane-good-16298.htm" title="12383-59.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-59.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-woman-and-boy-watching-plane-good-16298.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 407]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-15992.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Clouds and biplane, unused without gum as issued, large even margins on all four sides. Diagonal crease barely detracting. Only 27 copies known in unused condition. Signed Kessler and Champion. Scott C3; Yv 2A.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-15992.htm" title="12457-174.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-174.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-15992.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 408]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-16299.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Clouds and biplane, unused without gum as issued possessing outstandingly good centring. Usual small surface rubbing on reverse and suspicion of small crease which is hardly noticeable, only mentioned for accuracy. One of the scarcest stamps in unused condition with only 27 in existence. Signed Kessler. Scott C3; Yv 2A.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-16299.htm" title="12383-60.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-60.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-16299.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 409]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-16300.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Clouds and biplane, unused without gum as issued, margins ranging from wide to large. Minute surface scuff on front, of little importance. One of only 27 examples which have survived. Scott C3; Yv 2A.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-16300.htm" title="12383-61.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-61.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-clouds-and-biplane-unused-without-16300.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 410]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-tilted-plane-unused-without-gum-a-16301.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Tilted plane, unused without gum as issued, displaying an intense shade with ample to large margins. Very fine, one of only 31 unused copies in existence. Signed Kessler. Scott C4; Yv 3.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-tilted-plane-unused-without-gum-a-16301.htm" title="12383-62.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-62.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-tilted-plane-unused-without-gum-a-16301.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 411]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-tilted-plane-unused-without-gum-a-15993.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Tilted plane, unused without gum as issued, well centred with good margins and bright colours. Slight crease barely apparent on front, which has been usually encountered on various other examples of this value. Only 31 unused copies are in existence. Scott C4; Yv 3.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-tilted-plane-unused-without-gum-a-15993.htm" title="12457-175.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-175.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-tilted-plane-unused-without-gum-a-15993.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 412]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pilot-in-plane-watching-biplane-u-16302.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Pilot in plane watching biplane, unused without gum as issued, three large to enormous margins at left where it displays the interrupted dividing line. A splendid copy of this stamp, of which 53 unused copies are in existence. Sc C5; Yv 4.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pilot-in-plane-watching-biplane-u-16302.htm" title="12383-63.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-63.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-pilot-in-plane-watching-biplane-u-16302.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 413]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/fuselage-and-tail-of-biplane-unused-16303.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, Fuselage and tail of biplane, unused without gum as issued, wide to huge margins including interrupted dividing lines at left. Small thin and minute portions of paper lacking in upper corners with just one thin slightly affecting a tiny portion of the design; several copies of this rarity are found with imperfections (the legendary Augusto Peinado collection of these issues only included one unused copy of this stamp which was in poorer condition than this example). The rarest stamp of this fascinating issue, with only 15 unused copies known to have survived. Scott C7; Yv 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/fuselage-and-tail-of-biplane-unused-16303.htm" title="12383-64.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-64.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/fuselage-and-tail-of-biplane-unused-16303.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 414]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-condor-on-cliff-unused-without-gu-16304.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Condor on cliff, unused without gum as issued, clear to large margins for the most part. Only 26 unused copies of this value are known, this being a magnificent example of great beauty, due to the fact that the great majority of the copies extant exhibit the left margin either cut into or touched. Signed Kessler. Scott C8; Yv 7.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-condor-on-cliff-unused-without-gu-16304.htm" title="12383-65.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-65.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-condor-on-cliff-unused-without-gu-16304.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 415]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-plane-at-rest-and-pilot-foregroun-16305.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Plane at rest and pilot foreground, unused without gum as issued, well centred with huge margin at left showing interrupted dividing line. A very fine example of this difficult stamp. Signed Kessler. Scott C9; Yv 8.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-plane-at-rest-and-pilot-foregroun-16305.htm" title="12383-66.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-66.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-plane-at-rest-and-pilot-foregroun-16305.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 416]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-with-very-16306.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Ocean Liner and biplane, with very good centring and good colours for this stamp. Minor usual surface rubbing on reverse, of no importance for this issue. The second scarcest stamp of this issue in unused condition, with only 24 copies extant. Signed Kessler. Scott C10; Yv 9.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-with-very-16306.htm" title="12383-67.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-67.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-with-very-16306.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 417]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-a-very-fi-16307.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Ocean Liner and biplane, a very fine used copy with additional franking on 22.2.1920 first flight cover from Cartagena to Barranquilla, tied by ''Compa&ntilde;&iacute;a Colombiana de Navegaci&oacute;n A&eacute;rea'' violet oval of Cartagena, with arrival adjacent. Cert. Enzo Diena. Scott C10; Yv 9.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-a-very-fi-16307.htm" title="12383-68.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-68.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-a-very-fi-16307.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 418]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-small-wri-16308.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Ocean Liner and biplane, small wrinkle at base, tied by ''Compa&ntilde;&iacute;a Colombiana de Navegaci&oacute;n A&eacute;rea'' violet oval of Cartagena, together with additional franking on 22.2.1920 first flight cover from Cartagena to Barranquilla. Cert. Enzo Diena. Scott C10; Yv 9.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-small-wri-16308.htm" title="12383-69.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-69.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-small-wri-16308.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 419]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-used-with-16309.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. Ocean Liner and biplane, used with additional franking on 4 March 1920 return flight cover from Barranquilla to Cartagena, tied by ''Compa&ntilde;&iacute;a Colombiana de Navegaci&oacute;n A&eacute;rea'' violet oval of Barranquilla, backstamped on receipt. <strong>Only four covers bearing this adhesive are recorded from this return flight, this being the scarcest stamp on cover of any of the two flights on which this issue was carried (Cartagena-Barranquilla and Barranquilla-Cartagena)</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and P.F. (Rendon), signed Champion. Scott C10; Yv 9.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-used-with-16309.htm" title="12383-70.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-70.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-ocean-liner-and-biplane-used-with-16309.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 420]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-pilot-on-flight-signalling--16312.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. green, Pilot on Flight Signalling Biplane, block of 16 from the left of the sheet, positions 37-40 / 43-46 / 49-52 / 55-58, splendid margins all around, without gum as usually encountered in large multiples. According to Kessler only 1,080 stamps in 15 sheets were printed. Scott C11; Yv 14 = &euro; 3'680+.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-pilot-on-flight-signalling--16312.htm" title="2-1545.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1545.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-pilot-on-flight-signalling--16312.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 421]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-pilot-on-flight-signalling--14647.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. green, Pilot on Flight Signalling Biplane, complete sheet of 72 stamps, unused without gum as issued. Two horizontal creases, of which one between adhesives. According to Kessler only 1080 stamps in 15 sheets were printed. An impressive airmail rarity with only two complete sheets known. Cert. A. Diena. Scott C11; Yv 14 = &euro; 16'560++.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-pilot-on-flight-signalling--14647.htm" title="12457-116.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-116.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-pilot-on-flight-signalling--14647.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 422]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-sea-and-mountains-amp-cliff-14649.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1920, 10 c. green, Sea and Mountains &amp; Cliff and Lighthouse, complete sheet of 72 stamps, unused without gum as issued, considered to be a proof, being much scarcer printed in green than in red, showing re-engraved mountain at position 23, with marginal printer's imprint ''C. Valiente M. Lit.''. Two creases, of which one between adhesives, in no way detracting. One of only two complete sheets known, very desirable. Yv 10, 12 = &euro; 5'760++.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-sea-and-mountains-amp-cliff-14649.htm" title="12457-118.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-118.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-sea-and-mountains-amp-cliff-14649.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 423]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ldquo-servicio-postal-a-eacute-reo--14620.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1923-28, &ldquo;Servicio Postal A&eacute;reo de Colombia&rdquo;. Watermarked complete set in full sheets of 25 stamps. A very rare and most desirable assembly. Scott C38-50; Yv 43-55 = &euro; 6&rsquo;000++.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ldquo-servicio-postal-a-eacute-reo--14620.htm" title="12457-89-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-89-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ldquo-servicio-postal-a-eacute-reo--14620.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 424]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/columbus-ship-and-plane-p-to-p-the-14622.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1929, Columbus' Ship and Plane. 1 p. to 5 p., the four high values in complete sheets of 25 stamps. Very rare. Scott C64-67; Yv 69-72 = &euro; 4'500++. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/columbus-ship-and-plane-p-to-p-the-14622.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/columbus-ship-and-plane-p-to-p-the-14622.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 425]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-colombian-government-issue-co-14621.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1932, First Colombian Government Issue. Complete set in full sheets of 50 and 25 stamps for the high values. Three low values are still stuck on reverse to the original onionskin paper used by the printer in Germany to preserve the sheets during the transport to Colombia; during the process of surcharging in a humid country as Colombia, some items got stuck to the paper, this being a characteristic which is usually encountered in this issue and must not be considered a fault. A very rare and most desirable assembly with at most three in existence. Scott C83-95; Yv 90-103 = &euro; 13'750+.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-colombian-government-issue-co-14621.htm" title="12457-90-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-90-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-colombian-government-issue-co-14621.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 426]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/proclamation-of-independence-lansa--14618.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1941-51 Proclamation of Independence, Lansa &amp; Avianca issues. The former including high four values of the set from 1 p. to 5 p. in complete sheets of 25 stamps, also including four further sheets of lower values; Lansa with three complete sets in full sheets of 50 and 25 stamps for the high values, the first issue presenting some slight tone spots; Avianca with the first issue being nearly complete set in absence of 50 c. and 80 c. values, including the high values in full sheets of 50 and 25 stamps, as well as the second complete set, also in full sheets. Cat. value of nearly 20'000 &pound;.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/proclamation-of-independence-lansa--14618.htm" title="12457-87-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12457-87-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/proclamation-of-independence-lansa--14618.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 427]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-nov-chicago-flight-m-14490.htm</link><description><![CDATA[Incoming Mail. 1934, Nov. 28.Chicago Flight. 1 M. red, vertical pair on airmail cover from Marburg via New York to Cali (Colombia) franked by Chicago Flight 1 M. red vertical pair  (upper stamp with corner crease at top right), used with additional franking with Barranquilla and Cali airmail cds's on front, and German transit on reverse. An unusual destination. Mi 496, 530, 535. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-nov-chicago-flight-m-14490.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/incoming-mail-nov-chicago-flight-m-14490.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 428]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-position-a-splendid-copy-16212.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 2 1/2 c. blue, position 17, a splendid copy of great freshness showing both frame lines all around, exhibiting ''Medn'' manuscript cancel of Medellin. Scott 1; Yv 1. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-position-a-splendid-copy-16212.htm" title="12441-509.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-509.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-position-a-splendid-copy-16212.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 429]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-two-copies-including-a-well-16213.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 2 1/2 c. blue, two copies, including a well margined copy showing clear impression, position 16, with manuscript cancel of Bol&iacute;var, the other being a very rare top right corner-sheet copy, position 6, with complete to enormous margins cancelled at Bol&iacute;var. Scott 1; Yv 1. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-two-copies-including-a-well-16213.htm" title="12441-510.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-510.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-two-copies-including-a-well-16213.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 430]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-the-famous-block-of-four-pos-16378.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 2 1/2 c. blue, the famous block of four, positions 4-5 / 10-11, with remarkably good impression, large margins on two sides, just touched in small place at left, with huge margin from the top of the sheet, showing two complete manuscript cancellations of Abejorral, still preserving part of its original gum. Slight soiling and large thin impinging on the lower right adhesive resulting in a tear which has been sealed with thin paper on reverse, as well as two further minor thins, of no consequence for this important item. Illustrated on page 23 of Dr. Gene Scott's Colombian States handbook. <strong>The largest multiple and only block known of this denomination, one of the reference items of Antioquia</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 1; Yv 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-the-famous-block-of-four-pos-16378.htm" title="12383-103.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-103.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-the-famous-block-of-four-pos-16378.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 431]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-selection-of-six-copies-bei-16214.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 5 c. green, selection of six copies being well margined for the most part, including different positions and rare cancels such as Sons&oacute;n (only one copy known of this value) and El Carmen (the only example recorded in the first issue with this cancel), as well as a very rare usage on piece. A very interesting group. Scott 2; Yv 2 = &euro; 3'300. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-selection-of-six-copies-bei-16214.htm" title="12441-511-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-511-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-selection-of-six-copies-bei-16214.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 432]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-large-even-margins-all-16325.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 10 c. grey-lilac, large even margins all around, tiny paper incision and faint corner crease at bottom left, showing ''San Crist&oacute;bal'' cancel in manuscript on cover to Amalfi, covering a double weight rate. San Crist&oacute;bal was then a very small locality about 12 km. outside Medell&iacute;n, positioned on the postal ''Western Route'' between Medell&iacute;n and Antioquia, from where the cover was carried via the Medell&iacute;n-Zaragoza route to destination; as a matter of fact, the number of cancellations known in Antioquia from this small locality are of extreme scarcity. Envelope with black flap missing, paper strengthening and closed tears at top, some staining and tiny edge nick at base, none of which affect the franking and are of no significance for this rarity. <strong>Dr. Gene Scott, who until summer of 1997, believed that no covers existed of the First Issue of Antioquia, stated about this cover: ''Neither Alex Rendon nor Juan Santa Mar&iacute;a nor Dr. Norman Hubbard nor John Boker had encountered any''. According to Dr. Scott, this item has not been offered at auction for over 90 years when it was located and illustrated in the 29th sale catalogue of the famous Gilbert &amp; Kohler philatelic dealers of Paris, (the cover very probably belonging to the collections of Mr. Chiaso of Italy). The immense significance of this item is principally supported by the fact that this First Issue 10 c. denomination is the rarest stamp of Antioquia, with only about 30 copies in existence. Another cover, which was unknown to Dr. Gene Scott, has been recorded, which is in poorer condition. This cover, demonstrating the usage of this very rare issue, may be considered as the most important postal history rarity of Antioquia</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and Calves. Scott 3; Yv 3.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-large-even-margins-all-16325.htm" title="12383-85.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-85.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-lilac-large-even-margins-all-16325.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 433]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-and-carmine-two-unuse-16215.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 1 p. red carmine and carmine, two unused copies in different shades, positions 17 &amp; 21, wide to very large margins with one copy coming from the base of the sheet (position 21), original cracked gum. Scott 4; Yv 4. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-and-carmine-two-unuse-16215.htm" title="12441-512.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-512.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-and-carmine-two-unuse-16215.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 434]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-positions-a-rejoine-15198.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 1 p. red carmine, positions 20-21, a rejoined pair with large even margins for the most part, cut into in part of base margin, with ''Antioquia'' manuscript cancel and featuring the very rare ''coloured spot in top margin'' variety in right-hand stamp. Thin spot in lower left corner. Illustrated on page 12 of Juan Santa Mar&iacute;a's ''Historia Postal de Antioquia'' handbook. The only recorded rejoined pair. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 4; Yv 4. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-positions-a-rejoine-15198.htm" title="12441-200.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-200.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-positions-a-rejoine-15198.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 435]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-three-selected-exampl-16216.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 1 p. red carmine, three selected examples in different shades, comprising position 21, featuring the only variety found by santa Mar&iacute;a in this value which consists of a coloured spot in top margin, this also showing a manuscript usage at Neira of which only two are recorded by Santa Mar&iacute;a in the first issue; the other values include different usages with ''Salamina/Franca'' handstamp (position 10) and manuscript cancel of Medell&iacute;n (position 9). Two copies with slight thin spot. A very interesting and scarce trio. Scott 4; Yv 4. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-three-selected-exampl-16216.htm" title="12441-513.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-513.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-red-carmine-three-selected-exampl-16216.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 436]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-vermilion-four-copies-of-which-tw-16217.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869, 1 p. vermilion, four copies, of which two with identified cancellation usages at Zaragoza and Amalfi. Three examples with usual minor imperfections not impinging the fine appearance, which has a little significance in this challenging stamp. Only 252 copies were printed of this value, apart from the large quantity of reprints and forgeries that plague this value. Scott 10a; Yv 10a. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-vermilion-four-copies-of-which-tw-16217.htm" title="12441-514-ex.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-514-ex.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-vermilion-four-copies-of-which-tw-16217.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 437]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-on-vertically-laid-paper-f-16327.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875, 1 c. violet on vertically laid paper, five single copies possessing good to huge margins except for one example which being just touched at top right, tied by ''Zea'' manuscript cancels on cover to Medell&iacute;n, paying the single weight letter rate not exceeding 10 gr. according to the decree of 23.2.1874, carried through the Zaragoza-Medell&iacute;n route. The&nbsp; example at base has a tiny tear at right which barely impinges on the design, of no importance for this rarity. <strong>A most remarkable piece, being the only cover in existence bearing this value which represents the lowest possible denomination</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and Philatelic Foundation (Rendon). Scott 23. <em>Ex S&aacute;nchez Vega</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-on-vertically-laid-paper-f-16327.htm" title="12383-87.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-87.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-on-vertically-laid-paper-f-16327.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 438]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-wove-paper-a-marginal-blo-16349.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1878, 2 1/2 c. blue on wove paper, a marginal block of four from the top of the sheet, large to mostly huge even margins, with original gum. Tiny thin which absolutely does not detract from the superb appearance.<strong> The largest multiple of this value, of which only two are recorded</strong>. Scott 24; Yv 22.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-wove-paper-a-marginal-blo-16349.htm" title="2-1556.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1556.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-wove-paper-a-marginal-blo-16349.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 439]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pelure-paper-showing-an-16350.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875-76, 2 1/2 c. blue on pelure paper showing an unusual and strong indigo shade, position 10, with condor's head completely missing and coloured spot. Brown paper hinge and small grease spot, very slightly visible on face, of little significance for this <strong>very rare stamp (only 1,000 examples were printed), with the added significance of showing the most prominent variety, of which extremely few copies are known</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 24a; Yv 22a = &euro; 3'000.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pelure-paper-showing-an-16350.htm" title="2-1557.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1557.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pelure-paper-showing-an-16350.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 440]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pelure-paper-two-copies-16351.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875-76, 2 1/2 c. blue on pelure paper, two copies in different shades with mostly good margins, just touched in small places, one used at Amalfi. One copy has faint minute thin and suspicion of crease, the other being an unusually sound copy. A very rare duo. Scott 24a; Yv 22a = &euro; 4'400.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pelure-paper-two-copies-16351.htm" title="2-1558.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1558.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pelure-paper-two-copies-16351.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 441]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-type-i-irregularly-severed--16326.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875-76, 5 c. green, type I, irregularly severed with margins from clear to enormous except for being just touched at lower left corner, applied on reverse of single weight envelope to R&iacute;o Negro, tied by manuscript ''Abejorral'' cancel. Part of upper flap missing and envelope slightly reduced at top. <strong>About five covers are in existence bearing this denomination in both types I &amp; II</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 25; Yv 24.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-type-i-irregularly-severed--16326.htm" title="12383-86.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-86.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-type-i-irregularly-severed--16326.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 442]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-violet-on-pelure-paper-two-c-16210.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1885, 10 c. grey violet on pelure paper, two copies with good to excellent margins, types 2 &amp; 9, cancelled in manuscript at Zaragoza and Amalfi. One stamp with slight ink erosion resulting in a minute hole. Scott 28; Yv 28 = &euro; 2'600. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-violet-on-pelure-paper-two-c-16210.htm" title="12441-507.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-507.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-grey-violet-on-pelure-paper-two-c-16210.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 443]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-light-bluish-green-horizontally-l-16218.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1881, 5 c. light bluish green, horizontally laid paper variety,&nbsp; two well margined copies, showing manuscript usages at Medell&iacute;n in black and violet. One example with small crease at base affecting the bottom value tablet. This value was described by Santa Mar&iacute;a as ''one of the most interesting and rare varieties in the philately of Antioquia'', of which less than ten copies are recorded. Cert. Bortfeldt. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-light-bluish-green-horizontally-l-16218.htm" title="12441-515.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-515.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-light-bluish-green-horizontally-l-16218.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 444]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-vermilion-a-well-margined-block-o-12447.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1883, 10 c. vermilion, a well margined block of four including the t&ecirc;te-b&ecirc;che variety, positions 32-33 / 42-43, showing part of bottom sheet margin. The sheet of 50 includes three different inverted clich&eacute;s. A scarce multiple. Scott 35a; Yv 31a.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-vermilion-a-well-margined-block-o-12447.htm" title="1-3936.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-3936.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-vermilion-a-well-margined-block-o-12447.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 445]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-on-vertically-laid-paper-a-16347.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1884, 5 c. yellow on vertically laid paper, an upper sheet-margin block of four with original gum. Slight horizontal crease between adhesives and hinge remainders on back, not detracting from this, one of only four blocks of four recorded - the largest known multiple. Scott 39; Yv 42.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-on-vertically-laid-paper-a-16347.htm" title="2-1554.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1554.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-yellow-on-vertically-laid-paper-a-16347.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 446]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-greyish-green-on-vertically-laid--16211.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1883, 10 c. greyish green on vertically laid paper, marginal block of four from the base of the sheet, large margins on all four sides. The largest multiple in existence, of which only two are recorded. Scott 40; Yv 43. <em>Ex Santa Mar&iacute;a</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-greyish-green-on-vertically-laid--16211.htm" title="12441-508.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12441-508.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-greyish-green-on-vertically-laid--16211.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 447]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-greyish-blue-paper-block--16348.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1884, 10 c. blue on greyish blue paper, block of four with large to huge margins and original gum. Small thin just impinging on one adhesive. <strong>One of only three blocks of four recorded - the largest known multiple</strong>. Scott 41; Yv 37.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-greyish-blue-paper-block--16348.htm" title="2-1555.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1555.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-greyish-blue-paper-block--16348.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 448]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-a-large-margined-copy-creas-16328.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1883, 20 c. brown, a large margined copy, creased before use, in mixed franking with 1885 20 c. blue, <strong>an extremely difficult stamp on wove paper which is characteristic from edges of laid paper sheets</strong>, this example coming from the upper right corner, as well as a spectacular 1886 10 c. rose on buff well margined copy, including complete sheet margin at right, all tied by light strikes of ''Remedios'' oval handstamp on cover to Zaragoza, exhibiting ''Zaragoza'' oval handstamp on front, which is also repeated on reverse. <strong>Illustrated on page 2 of Dr. Gene Scott's handbook of Colombian States and</strong> <strong>described by him as: ''long considered the most beautiful cover of the Colombian States''. An extraordinary and unique franking bearing a three-issue, three-colour franking, of extreme rarity taking into account that only one cover exists for each of the two earliest values, with only four covers known of the 10 c. denomination. A great rarity of the Colombian States</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and Calves. Scott 36, 43, 58; Yv 32, 44, 48. <em>Ex Wickersham</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-a-large-margined-copy-creas-16328.htm" title="12383-88.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-88.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-brown-a-large-margined-copy-creas-16328.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 449]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-the-phenome-16322.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, transfer type 2, the phenomenal mint copy including a spectacular complete sheet margin (1,9 cm) at top, featuring large balanced margins on the other three sides and an intense colour. Negligible corner crease at bottom left which is not visible on front and does not detract. <strong>The most spectacular example in existence of this elusive classic stamp, of which only about 100 examples in both used and unused condition are believed to exist -according to reliable estimations, just 3,300 copies were printed-</strong>. Of extreme visual appeal and desirability. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 1; Yv 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-the-phenome-16322.htm" title="12383-82-600dpi.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-82-600dpi.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-the-phenome-16322.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 450]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-splendid-16323.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, transfer type 6, a splendid example of this rare stamp, boasting large to huge margins showing most of the dividing lines between adhesives, very fresh, tied to piece by Cartagena manuscript cancel. <strong>Only about 100 examples of this stamp in both used and unused conditions are believed to exist</strong>. Superb, very scarce in this magnificent condition. Scott 1; Yv 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-splendid-16323.htm" title="12383-83-600dpi.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-83-600dpi.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-splendid-16323.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 451]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-an-outstanding-strip-of-thr-16324.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, an outstanding strip of three, transfer types 6-7-1, including the connection between two transfer blocks of 14, exhibiting a varying intensity of impression which is more pronounced to the right, ample to mostly large margins, being shaved at right and small place at base, cancelled in manuscript at Cartagena. Minute tear at bottom left corner which just touches the outer frame line, mentioned for accuracy only. <span style="font-weight: bold;">O</span><strong>nly about 100 examples of this stamp in both used and unused condition are believed to exist, with less than ten multiples recorded, this being the largest off cover</strong>. Of essential significance for the advanced collection. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 1; Yv 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-an-outstanding-strip-of-thr-16324.htm" title="12383-84-600dpi.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-84-600dpi.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-an-outstanding-strip-of-thr-16324.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 452]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-superb-m-16330.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, transfer type 10, a superb marginal copy from the right of the sheet, of great freshness displaying strong colour with large margins for the most part, used on clean envelope from Cartagena to Carmen, tied by ''Cartaga'' manuscript cancel, with docket of receipt on front dated 14 January 1866. <strong>The finest of only less than ten complete covers recorded bearing this value, which is very rare, considering that merely 3,300 copies are reliably estimated to have been printed. This item has the added significance of being unique bearing a marginal example of this value on cover</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt, signed A. Diena. Scott 1; Yv 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-superb-m-16330.htm" title="12383-90.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-90.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-superb-m-16330.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 453]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-splendid-16332.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, transfer type 3, a splendid example displaying a bright shade and very good margins ranging from large to huge, tied by ''Cartagena'' manuscript cancel which has been unusually applied with the complete name of the place, on envelope from Cartagena to Carmen, docketed 23 January 1866 at left. Portion of cover flap lacking, of no importance.<strong> Considering that only 3,300 copies of this stamp are reliably estimated to be printed and only about 100 copies believed to exist, this cover possess a great significance and belongs to the small group of less than ten complete covers bearing this value. </strong>Cert. Bortfeldt, signed A. Diena. Scott 1; Yv 1.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-splendid-16332.htm" title="12383-92.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-92.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-splendid-16332.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 454]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-remarkab-16331.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, transfer type 13, a remarkable copy of crisp impression with large balanced margins on all four sides, tied ''Cartaga'' in manuscript on envelope from Cartagena to Carmen, with annotation of receipt per 15 November 1865 on front . Small closed tear to envelope well away from the margin and small portion of back flap missing. <strong>Another very fine example of this rarity on cover, with less than ten recorded</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 1; Yv 1. <em>Ex Caspary</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-remarkab-16331.htm" title="12383-91.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-91.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-a-remarkab-16331.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 455]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-featuring-t-16335.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. green, transfer type 12 featuring the well known ''five stars below shield'' variety, which is a characteristic of one of the 14 transfer types, this being an extremely fresh copy with margins ranging from ample to enormous showing the dividing lines between transfers on three sides, tied by ''Cartaga'' manuscript cancel on envelope from Cartagena to Carmen, docketed 14 February 1866 at left. Acidic ink erosions on front which in no way impinge on the franking and are of no significance. <strong>Only seven copies off cover are recorded of this famous variety, with just 250 examples believed to have been printed according to reliable estimations. This item being unique showing this ''5 stars'' stamp on cover</strong><strong>. One of the most desirable rarities of the Colombian States</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 1a; Yv 1a. <em>Ex Caspary</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-featuring-t-16335.htm" title="12383-95-600dpi.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-95-600dpi.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-transfer-type-featuring-t-16335.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 456]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-bisect-diagonal-half-used-as-16345.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. red bisect, diagonal half used as 5 c., very large margins, applied on cover from Cartagena to Carmen, tied by ''Car'' cancellation in manuscript. A very fine example of this bisect usage. Scott 2a; Yv 2b.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-bisect-diagonal-half-used-as-16345.htm" title="2-1552.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1552.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-bisect-diagonal-half-used-as-16345.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 457]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-a-most-remarkable-vertical-st-16336.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863-66, 10 c. red, a most remarkable vertical strip of six, featuring mixed types 13-2-9-6-13-4, instead of alternating types 2 and 9, positions 67-84-101-118-135-152 coming from the right portion of the sheet, very good margins varying from wide to very large, tied by manuscript cancel of Momp&oacute;s to large part of cover front to Cartagena. The three right columns of 10 each on the sheet of 170 were composed of portions of transfer blocks, so multiples from these rows show types out of their normal transfer order; this multiple, together with the multiple offered in our previous ''Esmeralda'' Collection sale in March 2009 as lot 1138, gave the key to Dr. Gene Scott to produce a tentative plating of the sheet. Paper has been added on upper corner of the front in order to improve the appearance, vertical crease in margin between two adhesives and another very slight crease through three stamps which is barely apparent. <strong>A multiple of great significance and importance including mixed types, which is also the largest recorded on cover, this item being one of only two known which, despite not being a complete cover, are as close as one can come to an example of a postal document bearing a multiple of this denomination</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 2; Yv 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-a-most-remarkable-vertical-st-16336.htm" title="12383-96.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-96.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-red-a-most-remarkable-vertical-st-16336.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 458]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-complete-sheet-of-with-ful-16346.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, 10 c. violet, complete sheet of 100 with full original gum, showing the prominent plate flaw at position 5 featuring a colourless spot between ''10'' and ''TA'' of ''Centavos''. In an above average condition for such a large item. <strong>A most remarkable complete sheet, of which only two are recorded, with only very few other small multiples known</strong>. Scott 10, Yv 10.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-complete-sheet-of-with-ful-16346.htm" title="2-1553.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1553.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-violet-complete-sheet-of-with-ful-16346.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 459]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-orange-imperforate-plate-proofs-i-16353.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1884, 1 p. orange, imperforate plate proofs in complete sheet of 50. As far as we can say unique. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-orange-imperforate-plate-proofs-i-16353.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/p-orange-imperforate-plate-proofs-i-16353.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 460]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-complete-sheet-of-with-orig-14683.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1882, 20 c. green, complete sheet of 50 with original gum. Very fine and rare. Scott 4; Yv 4. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-complete-sheet-of-with-orig-14683.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-complete-sheet-of-with-orig-14683.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 461]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16339.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on greyish blue vertically laid paper, setting II, featuring ''paper with blue ruled lines'' variety, ample to large margins, indistinctly cancelled in manuscript. Slight diagonal crease and minute acidic ink erosion, not detracting from this rarity, of which only about six examples are recorded of 320 printed. Cert. Bortfeldt.&nbsp;<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16339.htm" title="2-1546.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1546.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16339.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 462]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-lilac-bluish-grey-paper--16341.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on lilac bluish grey paper, setting II, with remarkable ''horizontally laid paper'' variety, clear to wide margins for the most part, position 3 showing no period after ''c'' at top right, cancelled by ink stroke. Usual small acidic erosion at base through one ornament only. <strong>This variety, with less than five examples recorded, has to be considered the rarest single adhesive of Tolima</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-lilac-bluish-grey-paper--16341.htm" title="2-1548.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1548.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-lilac-bluish-grey-paper--16341.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 463]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-bluish-grey-vertically-l-16340.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on bluish grey vertically laid paper, setting II, complete pane reconstruction composed of five horizontal pairs showing the usual varying intensity of impression found in these issues, the lower four multiples in all probability being originally used together, all cancelled in manuscript including Honda at top. The reconstruction shows positions 9 &amp; 10 featuring ''Ctvs'' instead of ''CTS.'', and ''Corres'' for ''Correos'' at position 4. Four pairs with usual acidic ink erosions and multiple at base with closed tear at right. Very scarce and desirable. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-bluish-grey-vertically-l-16340.htm" title="2-1547.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1547.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-bluish-grey-vertically-l-16340.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 464]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16337.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on greyish blue vertically laid paper, setting II, featuring ''paper with blue ruled lines'' variety, an extraordinary upper-right corner copy with large to extremely large margins, outstandingly strong impression which is one of the most valued states for this stamp, (showing small trace of fingerprint in upper sheet margin caused during the printing process), on cover from Gigante to Bogot&aacute; (Zoilo Cu&eacute;llar correspondence), cancelled on arrival by ''B'' manuscript cancel of Bogot&aacute;, docketed inside 14 October (1870). Illustrated on page 63 of Dr. Gene Scott's handbook of the Colombian States. Negligible horizontal crease along upper margin, well away from the design and in no way detracting. With 320 printed, only about six examples off cover of this ''blue ruled lines'' variety are known, which is one of the scarcest varieties of this issue. <strong>This is the only cover known from Setting II, and undoubtedly the most spectacular and finest of only four covers recorded in this fascinating classic first issue of Tolima. One of the most renowned covers of the Colombian States</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt and Calves. <em>Ex Caspary, Wickersham and Hubbard</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16337.htm" title="12383-97.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-97.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16337.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 465]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16357.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on greyish blue vertically laid paper, setting III, pair from positions 5-6, large margins except for being slightly cut into at right, cancelled in manuscript. Minute ink erosion and tiny surface scuff at left. Scarce.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16357.htm" title="2-1564.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1564.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-vertically--16357.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 466]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-wove-paper--16342.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on greyish blue wove paper, setting III, a spectacular complete pane showing uneven impressions caused by a lack of effective resilient backing in the press, very good balanced margins on all four sides, with complete ''Guamo'' cancel in manuscript for each horizontal row. Two minor creases and tiny thin, all between adhesives, in no way detracting from the delightful appearance. <strong>One of only three complete panes in existence of this stamp, which is scarcer in used than in unused condition</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-wove-paper--16342.htm" title="2-1549.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1549.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-wove-paper--16342.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 467]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-wove-paper--16358.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on greyish blue wove paper, setting III, position 3, an exceptionally good impression displaying clear even margins all around, applied on cover from Bogot&aacute; to La Plata (Zoilo Cu&eacute;llar correspondence) with annotation inside by the addressee as having been sent on 7 June 1870, with the stamp cancelled on arrival in manuscript at La Plata. Splitting along cover edges and folds which have been strengthened with hinges, as well as small portion of paper loss on front at base<em>.</em> <strong>A rarity of Tolima belonging to the small group of just four covers known bearing the first issue, being of even more significance as the earliest cover recorded of this Sovereign State</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. <em>Ex Wickersham</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-wove-paper--16358.htm" title="12383-99.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-99.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-blue-wove-paper--16358.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 468]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-buff-horizontally-laid-p-16343.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. black on buff horizontally laid paper, setting III, complete pane reconstruction including one vertical strip of three on piece from positions 2-4-6, mostly showing good impressions and ample margins, with most of the adhesives being cancelled at Guamo, also including very elusive ''S.L.'' of Santa Librada, all applied in manuscript as usual. Some usual minor faults often encountered on this issue and of little consequence. An impressive and scarce exhibition item. Cert. Bortfeldt.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-buff-horizontally-laid-p-16343.htm" title="2-1550.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1550.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-buff-horizontally-laid-p-16343.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 469]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-amp-c-black-on-thick-white-wove-p-16344.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870, 5 c. &amp; 10 c. black on thick white wove paper, setting IV, with paper showing faint ruled lines (also noted as ''blue batonn&eacute;''). Reconstructed pane of 10, unused without gum as issued, comprising 5 c. denomination in complete block of 6 (small thin only affecting one adhesive) from the upper part of the pane, as well as 10 c. denomination in block of four from positions 7/10 with slight vertical crease through two adhesives, both exhibiting huge margins for the most part. <strong>One of only two complete pane reconstructions of this paper variety</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt.<em> Ex Larsen</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-amp-c-black-on-thick-white-wove-p-16344.htm" title="2-1551.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1551.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-amp-c-black-on-thick-white-wove-p-16344.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 470]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-white-wove-paper-16338.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1870-79, 5 c. black on greyish white wove paper, setting VI, position 1, a left marginal copy with complete to huge margins, showing poor impression in places which is a characteristic of this setting, tied by ''Ambalema'' manuscript cancel on envelope to Honda. A limited quantity of first issue 5 c. and 10 c. denominations were issued from settings I to IV in 1870. The 1871 second issue also included a further limited supply of these denominations; consequently, the usage of setting VI lends credence to the possibility that printings from settings V and VI were made and used provisionally to cover a shortage of 5 c. and 10 c. values in the long period from 1870 to 1879 when a further issue was produced. Illustrated on page 73 of Dr. Gene Scott's Colombian States handbook, as well as in CCP (vol. 46 n. 1, pag. 22). <strong>One of only four Tolima typeset covers, this being unique bearing a copy printed on white paper. </strong>A fascinating usage. Cert. Bortfeldt and RPS. <em>Ex Wickersham and Amundsen</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-white-wove-paper-16338.htm" title="12383-98.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-98.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-greyish-white-wove-paper-16338.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 471]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-large-margined-copy-tied-16359.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1884, 5 c. orange, a large margined copy, tied by ''Neiva'' manuscript cancel on newspaper wrapper from Neiva to Medell&iacute;n, with oval handstamp of Medell&iacute;n on front which also ties the franking. <strong>The only postal history example in existence bearing this value</strong>. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott 18: Yv 12.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-large-margined-copy-tied-16359.htm" title="12383-100.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-100.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-a-large-margined-copy-tied-16359.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 472]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-a-splendid-copy-in-vivid-col-16499.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, 1/2 r. blue, a splendid copy in vivid colour from the upper right corner of the sheet, position 12, showing complete marginal rules on two sides and detailed impression, on 15 February 1865 judicial wrapper to Riobamba, cancelled ''Alaus&iacute;'' in manuscript. A very desirable early usage exhibiting a very scarce cancellation. Scott 2. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-a-splendid-copy-in-vivid-col-16499.htm" title="2-1566.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1566.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-a-splendid-copy-in-vivid-col-16499.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 473]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-clear-to-mostly-large-margin-16500.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, 1/2 r. blue, clear to mostly large margins, on 30 May 1866 entire letter from Naranjal to Guayaquil, cancelled by manuscript crossed strokes. A very rare ''mute'' cancellation usage. Scott 2. <em>Ex Dujmovic</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-clear-to-mostly-large-margin-16500.htm" title="2-1567.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1567.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-clear-to-mostly-large-margin-16500.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 474]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-very-fine-pair-from-positions-wit-16445.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, a very fine pair from positions 13-14 with complete sheet margin at left exhibiting marginal rule, a remarkably detailed impression from a very early printing, properly franking a judicial wrapper front to Riobamba endorsed ''1 3/4'' oz, tied by manuscript cancel of Ambato. Diagonal crease just impinging on the top right corner of the pair. Pencilled archive date of 10 January 1865 matching the very early printing. A scarce franking making up the 1 r. rate. Scott 2. <em>Ex Sa&aacute;</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-very-fine-pair-from-positions-wit-16445.htm" title="12383-170.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-170.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/a-very-fine-pair-from-positions-wit-16445.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 475]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-strip-of-three-and-two-singl-16446.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, 1/2 r. blue, strip of three and two single copies, all very fresh showing trace of marginal rules,  very large margins for the most part, tied by manuscript cancels of Chimbo on 5 oz (as per endorsement) judicial wrapper to Riobamba. Multiple frankings of this denomination are scarce, and this, displaying an early printing, is of remarkable beauty. Scott 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-strip-of-three-and-two-singl-16446.htm" title="12383-171.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-171.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-strip-of-three-and-two-singl-16446.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 476]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-value-an-outstanding-strip-of-nin-16437.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, 1/2 r. value, an outstanding strip of nine from the bottom left corner of the sheet, showing complete marginal rules and remarkably detailed impression which is indicative of the early printings, positions 73-81, tied to judicial wrapper front to Guaranda by Riobamba manuscript cancellation. As per endorsement ''8 3/4 oz'' rating 4 1/2 r. payment, which covered the rate up to 9 oz. Pencilled archive date of 9 January 1865, which would be one of the earliest recorded dates of use for this issue. <strong>Multiple frankings of this denomination are rare on cover, and this, </strong><strong>featuring one of the largest multiples known on cover -with the added significance of exhibiting complete marginal rules and a very early printing-</strong><strong>, is one of the most spectacular in existence</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2. <em>Ex Bustamante</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-value-an-outstanding-strip-of-nin-16437.htm" title="12383-162.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-162.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-value-an-outstanding-strip-of-nin-16437.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 477]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-two-copies-showing-dark-blu-16412.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867-68, 1 /2 r. blue, two copies showing dark blue and light blue shades respectively, possessing clear to mostly large margins, paying a double-weight internal cover up to 1/2 oz from Ambato to Quito, tied by Ambato cds (29 November). A very rare franking including two copies of the same value in quite distinct shades. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-two-copies-showing-dark-blu-16412.htm" title="12383-137.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-137.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-two-copies-showing-dark-blu-16412.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 478]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-touched-at-bottom-left-othe-16455.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867-68, 1/2 r. blue, touched at bottom left, otherwise good margins, together with 1 r. green, both tied by cds of Otavalo on judicial wrapper to Quito not exceeding 6 oz. An unusual cancellation. Scott 2, 5. <em>Ex Funkhouser.</em><br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-touched-at-bottom-left-othe-16455.htm" title="12383-180.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-180.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-touched-at-bottom-left-othe-16455.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 479]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blue-surfaced-paper-compl-16462.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue on blue surfaced paper, complete sheet of 84, classified by Dujmovic as originating from the second printing in 1869, possessing three complete marginal rules plus part of the right-hand one, showing the characteristic uneven alignment of transfers and the usual natural surface irregularities. The paper surface-colouration was probably caused by diffusion of the analine blue dye (which was used as locally produced ink) into the paper during the printing process. Small tear at bottom right only impinging two adhesives, repaired on the reverse with hinges, as well as crease through most of the bottom row, both imperfections being of minor significance and to be expected in such a large multiple. One of only about six complete sheets recorded of this value. An essential piece for the advanced collection. Scott 2. <em>Ex Dujmovic</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blue-surfaced-paper-compl-16462.htm" title="2-1565.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/2-1565.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blue-surfaced-paper-compl-16462.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 480]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-half-sheet-of-16461.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue on blued paper, half sheet of 42 from the left of the plate of 84, showing part marginal rule at left, displaying the uneven alignment of transfers and an unequal inking of the plate, ample to very large margins with full original gum. Diagonal crease at base which is hardly apparent on front, though still in an outstanding state of preservation. A very rare large multiple. Scott 7. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-half-sheet-of-16461.htm" title="12383-186.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-186.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-half-sheet-of-16461.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 481]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-right-hand-ha-16460.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue on blued paper, right-hand half sheet, showing traces of marginal rules at top and base, with margins varying from clear to mostly large, displaying the uneven alignment of transfers with full original gum. Horizontal fold in margin between third and fourth horizontal rows. A very rare large multiple in an outstanding state of preservation. Scott 7. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-right-hand-ha-16460.htm" title="12383-185.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-185.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-right-hand-ha-16460.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 482]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-half-sheet-of-16459.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue on blued paper, half sheet of 42 positions from the right of the plate of 84, showing the uneven alignment of transfers with good margins and original gum. Portion of paper loss at position 55 which has been carefully replaced with hinge. A very rare large multiple. Scott 7. <em>Ex Dujmovic</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-half-sheet-of-16459.htm" title="12383-184.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-184.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-half-sheet-of-16459.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 483]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-deep-blue-a-very-fresh-copy-displ-16426.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. deep blue, a very fresh copy displaying clear to ample margins, used on envelope to Riobamba, tied by ''3154'' French type lozenge with matching ''Quito/16 Marzo 72/Franca'' cds at right, both applied in red. Very interesting manuscript notation on reverse by the postal administration which states: ''This is the letter we thought was missing and which was found on the seat of the carriage of Mr. Garc&iacute;a''. A wonderful example of postal history. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-deep-blue-a-very-fresh-copy-displ-16426.htm" title="12383-151-FR.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-151-FR.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-deep-blue-a-very-fresh-copy-displ-16426.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 484]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-single-weight-up-to-o-16450.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue, on single weight up to 1/4 oz entire letter from Guayaquil to Guaranda, tied by pointed ''P.I.'' cancellation with ''Guayaquil/1 Ene&deg; 73'' cds adjacent. Faint horizontal crease hardly affecting the franking, nevertheless exhibiting a scarce cancellation, unusually used in Guayaquil. The late 1873 usage should command a premium. Scott 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-single-weight-up-to-o-16450.htm" title="12383-175.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-175.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-single-weight-up-to-o-16450.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 485]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-very-fresh-an-16451.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue on blued paper, very fresh and well margined on 1 oz judicial wrapper to Quito, tied by dotted lozenge with matching ''Ibarra/19 Jul&deg; 73/Franca'' cds alongside, both applied in red. A remarkable late use in 1873, further enhanced by the very rare cancellation usage in red in Ibarra. Scott 7. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-very-fresh-an-16451.htm" title="12383-176.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-176.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-very-fresh-an-16451.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 486]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-a-large-margined-strip-of-th-16457.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue, a large margined strip of three on part judicial wrapper from La Esperanza, probably posted at Ibarra and tied by very fine strikes of red ''Ibarra/24 Jun&deg; 71/Franca'' cds's. A scarce cancellation usage. Scott 2. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-a-large-margined-strip-of-th-16457.htm" title="12383-182.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-182.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-a-large-margined-strip-of-th-16457.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 487]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-four-large-ma-16418.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue on blued paper, four large margined copies required to pay the single external rate on January 8, 1870 entire letter via PSNC steamer to Lima (Peru), all cancelled by blue ''Guayaquil/Franca'' cds's with a further strike alongside and Callao transit on back. A scarce multiple franking. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 7. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-four-large-ma-16418.htm" title="12383-143.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-143.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-on-blued-paper-four-large-ma-16418.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 488]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pale-blue-strip-of-four-with-ampl-16427.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. pale blue, strip of four with ample to enormous margins, featuring a mottled appearance which is characteristic in late printings of this denomination, tied by ''Franca'' dotted lozenges on 3 January 1871 cover from Guayaquil to Valparaiso (Chile). The multiple covers the single weight for carriage by steamer to an outgoing destination in America. A very scarce franking on cover. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pale-blue-strip-of-four-with-ampl-16427.htm" title="12383-152.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-152.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pale-blue-strip-of-four-with-ampl-16427.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 489]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pale-blue-an-outstanding-strip-of-16419.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. pale blue, an outstanding strip of four possessing enormous margins for the most part, showing a poor impression which is a characteristic found in some positions of the sheet in the late printings, used to pay a single weight entire letter up to 1/4 oz from Guayaquil dated 3 May 1871 to Lima (Peru) and cancelled by ''Franca'' dotted lozenges, backstamped on receipt. A splendid and most desirable example of this unusual franking. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pale-blue-an-outstanding-strip-of-16419.htm" title="12383-144.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-144.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pale-blue-an-outstanding-strip-of-16419.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 490]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-an-outstanding-strip-of-seve-16424.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue, an outstanding strip of seven from the upper left corner of the sheet showing marginal rule at left and top, together with pair, exceptional margins for the most part, both multiples cancelled by pen strokes on judicial wrapper from Esmeraldas to Quito, paying a nine-times internal rate for legal correspondence. Vertical file fold which barely impinges on the strip, of no importance. <strong>An impressive item belonging to the small group of covers in existence bearing high multiple frankings of this denomination, this example including one of the largest strips recorded with its rarity enhanced by being marginal.</strong> Very desirable. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-an-outstanding-strip-of-seve-16424.htm" title="12383-149.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-149.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-an-outstanding-strip-of-seve-16424.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 491]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-worn-impression-and-r-ye-16452.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1/2 r. blue, worn impression, and 1 r. yellow-buff, both applied on judicial wrapper to Guano and tied by red ''3154'' dotted lozenge with matching Quito cds also in red alongside, dated 8.11.1871. Initially endorsed ''6'' and subsequently converted into the proper ''3 oz'' rating. An unusual combination of colours. Scott 2, 4.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-worn-impression-and-r-ye-16452.htm" title="12383-177.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-177.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-worn-impression-and-r-ye-16452.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 492]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-olive-pair-with-good-margi-16447.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, 1 r. bistre-olive, pair with good margins, displaying an unusually clear impression for this shade, neatly cancelled by ''Guaranda/6 Mai 66'' cds on judicial wrapper front to Ambato not exceeding 4 oz. A very rare shade in this period. Scott 4a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-olive-pair-with-good-margi-16447.htm" title="12383-172.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-172.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-olive-pair-with-good-margi-16447.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 493]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-light-buff-pair-with-clear-to-mos-16448.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-66, 1 r. light buff, pair with clear to mostly large margins, showing ''Chimbo'' manuscript cancel on ''3 3/4 oz'' judicial wrapper front to Riobamba. An unusual shade in this early printing period. Scott 3.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-light-buff-pair-with-clear-to-mos-16448.htm" title="12383-173.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-173.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-light-buff-pair-with-clear-to-mos-16448.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 494]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-diagonal-half-representing-16416.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867-68, 1 r. orange, diagonal half representing 1/2 r., very fresh denoting an early printing, on judicial wrapper up to 1 oz to Riobamba, cleanly tied by Guaranda cds dated 15 December 1867. A delightful example of this very rare bisect usage on cover. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4c.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-diagonal-half-representing-16416.htm" title="12383-141.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-141.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-diagonal-half-representing-16416.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 495]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-diagonal-half-posse-16408.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867-68, 1 r. orange yellow, diagonal half possessing large margins and intense shade, used as 1/2 r. covering the up to 1 oz. legal-matters rate on wrapper front to Guaranda, tied by superb strike of the Chimbo ''flower'' cancel. Single bisect usages of this denomination are quite scarce. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4c.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-diagonal-half-posse-16408.htm" title="12383-133.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-133.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-diagonal-half-posse-16408.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 496]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-well-margined-irr-16444.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867-68, 1 r. orange-yellow, a well margined irregular block of five from the right of the sheet, positions 35-36 / 44-45 / 54, showing traces of marginal rule at right, covering the up to 10 oz rate on judicial wrapper front to Guaranda, tied by bold strikes of circular ''flower'' cancel of Chimbo. A visually appealing cover bearing an unusual cancellation. Scott 4.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-well-margined-irr-16444.htm" title="12383-169.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-169.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-well-margined-irr-16444.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 497]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yelllow-half-sheet-from-positions-16465.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yelllow, half sheet from positions 46 to 90 including major plate flaw at position 66 and defective ''Real'' inscription at position 71, displaying a worn and oily impression, with ample balanced margins all around. A very fine and rare multiple. Scott 4. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yelllow-half-sheet-from-positions-16465.htm" title="12383-190.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-190.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yelllow-half-sheet-from-positions-16465.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 498]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-upper-half-sheet-including-16464.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yellow, upper half sheet including positions from 1 to 45, showing a slightly oily worn impression from a late printing, with original gum which is cracked in places and good margins. Tiny tear at left not affecting the designs and minor trace of vertical crease, not detracting. A scarce piece. Scott 4. <em>Ex Funkhouser</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-upper-half-sheet-including-16464.htm" title="12383-189.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-189.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-upper-half-sheet-including-16464.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 499]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-diagonal-half-used--16407.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. orange yellow, diagonal half used as 1/2 r. in order to cover the up to 1 oz. internal rate applied on legal-matters correspondence, tied by Chimbo &quot;flower&quot; cancel on judicial wrapper to Riobamba. Pencilled archive date of 20th September 1869. Single bisect usages of this denomination are quite scarce. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4c.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-diagonal-half-used--16407.htm" title="12383-132.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-132.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-diagonal-half-used--16407.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 500]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-large-margined-pa-16417.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. orange-yellow, a large margined pair on single weight entire letter dated 8 March 1870 to Lima (Peru), showing ''Guayaquil/Franca'' cds in blue without the date inserted and tied at one side by additional strike of the same cancel with the date now added. Lima arrival backstamp and trace of ''2'' red crayon on front denoting the charge on delivery. Most unusual and attractive. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-large-margined-pa-16417.htm" title="12383-142.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-142.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-large-margined-pa-16417.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 501]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-a-large-margined-pair-on-o-16413.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r yellow, a large margined pair on 12 October 1871 cover to Valparaiso (Chile) carried at single external rate up to 1/4 oz, tied by superb strike of red ''Jipijapa'' circle handstamp without date. <strong>An exquisite quality example for exhibition of this cancellation in red which, to our knowledge, is the only recorded</strong>. Very desirable. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4. <em>Ex Bustamante</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-a-large-margined-pair-on-o-16413.htm" title="12383-138.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-138.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-a-large-margined-pair-on-o-16413.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 502]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-olive-a-magnificent-vertic-16449.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. bistre olive, a magnificent vertical pair from positions 26/35 in intense shade, large margins all around, neatly tied by ''Franca'' dotted lozenge on 9 December 1870 entire letter from Guayaquil to Valparaiso (Chile), carried at single rate. A wonderful example of this rare shade on cover. Signed Holcombe. Scott 4a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-olive-a-magnificent-vertic-16449.htm" title="12383-174.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-174.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-olive-a-magnificent-vertic-16449.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 503]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-olive-yellow-block-of-four-with-g-16425.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. olive-yellow, block of four with good margins and diagonally bisected single, tied by lightly smudged strikes of circular ''Chimbo'' flower cancel on judicial wrapper front to Guaranda, carried at nine-times internal rate applied to judicial correspondence. A highly remarkable multiple franking including a bisect usage. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4, 4c. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-olive-yellow-block-of-four-with-g-16425.htm" title="12383-150.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-150.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-olive-yellow-block-of-four-with-g-16425.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 504]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-remarkable-strip--16429.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. orange-yellow, a remarkable strip of seven including the right-hand adhesive diagonally bisected, paying a 13 oz. internal rate on judicial wrapper front from Guaranda to Quito, tied by dotted lozenges with 22 January cds on dispatch at right. Slight wrinkles at left, of little consequence and in no way detracting. <strong>The second largest of the very few multiples of this value recorded including a bisected stamp</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4+4c.&nbsp; <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-remarkable-strip--16429.htm" title="12383-154.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-154.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-remarkable-strip--16429.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 505]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-buff-irregular-block-of-se-16453.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yellow-buff, irregular block of seven from the bottom left corner of the sheet, positions 55 / 64-65 / 73-74 / 82-83, ample margins all around, tied to judicial wrapper front not exceeding 14 oz to Guaranda, tied by ''Ambato/14 Juil'' cds's. Minor crease through two adhesives, not detracting. An unusual multiple in attractive condition. Scott 4. <em>Ex Bustamante</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-buff-irregular-block-of-se-16453.htm" title="12383-178.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-178.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-buff-irregular-block-of-se-16453.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 506]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-vertical-strip-of-seven-sh-16434.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. bistre, vertical strip of seven showing trace of marginal rule denoting that it originates from the top of the sheet, showing two complete manuscript ''Guaranda'' cancellations across the full length of the strip, used on an up to 14 oz judicial wrapper to Riobamba. Some slight creases impinging on the multiple. A scarce cancellation usage. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-vertical-strip-of-seven-sh-16434.htm" title="12383-159.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-159.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-bistre-vertical-strip-of-seven-sh-16434.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 507]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-clear-to-large-ma-16438.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. orange-yellow, a clear to large margined block of 12 from the right of the sheet, positions 4-9 / 13-18, featuring embossed arms at right in positions 9 &amp; 18, showing a worn impression from a late printing with partial marginal rule at right, tied by red dotted lozenges with corresponding Riobamba cds alongside on correctly franked ''23 1/2 oz'' judicial wrapper front to Quito, dated 11 January 1873. Slight vertical crease and natural paper wrinkles at base of the multiple which was also cancelled by pen strokes. <strong>A scarce large multiple on cover including a most rare and desirable embossing variety, further enhanced by the rare late use in 1873</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4.<br />
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<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-clear-to-large-ma-16438.htm" title="12383-163.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-163.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-clear-to-large-ma-16438.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 508]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-vertical-block-of-16443.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. orange-yellow, vertical block of 12 from the base of the sheet, positions 38-39 / 47-48 / 56-57 / 65-66 / 74-75 / 83-84, including major plate flaw in position 66 featuring a diagonal dash at bottom right, good to large margins, together with 1/2 r. blue on judicial wrapper front not exceeding 25 ounces to Guaranda, showing 27 October cds's of Riobamba. A large multiple on cover including one of the most prominent varieties of the 1 r. yellow. Signed Holcombe. Scott 2, 4.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-vertical-block-of-16443.htm" title="12383-168.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-168.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-vertical-block-of-16443.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 509]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-stunning-block-of-16431.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. orange-yellow, a stunning block of 16 from the top of the sheet, positions 1-8 / 10-17, displaying a worn and oily impression from a late printing, cancelled by pen crosses on judicial wrapper front and part back to Quito, showing Riobamba cds alongside. A 16 r. franking was paid as required per the manuscript ''32 oz'' internal rate. Some edge imperfections to multiple, barely detracting. One of the largest multiples known of this value on cover. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4. <em>Ex Sa&aacute;</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-stunning-block-of-16431.htm" title="12383-156.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-156.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-yellow-a-stunning-block-of-16431.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 510]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-a-well-marg-16406.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yellow on blued paper, a well margined vertical pair displaying an oily impression, on judicial wrapper front not exceeding 4 ounces to Guaranda, cancelled by very fine Chimbo ''flower'' cancel. A very rare postal history usage of this value printed on blued paper. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 8.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-a-well-marg-16406.htm" title="12383-131.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-131.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-a-well-marg-16406.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 511]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-a-remarkabl-16538.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yellow on blued paper, a remarkable strip of three, just touched in two small places, otherwise good margins, together with 1/2 r. blue, worn impression, both making up a 3 1/2 r. franking which covered the 6 1/2 ounces judicial wrapper in 1872 to Ambato where they were applied, tied by dotted lozenges, with matching ''Guaranda/6 Jan.'' cds alongside<span style="font-weight: bold;">. An exceptional franking, including a multiple of the very rare 1 r. yellow on blued stamp on cover</span>. Scott 2, 8.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-a-remarkabl-16538.htm" title="12383-254.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-254.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-a-remarkabl-16538.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 512]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-an-extraord-16410.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yellow on blued paper, an extraordinary vertical block of six on this unusual coloured-paper with predominantly large margins, just touching at bottom left, tied to 4 December 1871 entire letter from Guayaquil to Lima, by ''Franca'' dotted lozenges on dispatch, with ''2'' in blue crayon applied on arrival. The 6 Reales franking covered the triple steamship rate not exceeding 3/4 oz. to an outgoing destination in America. File fold at top slightly affecting the right side of the block, of no importance for this very important item bearing, to our knowledge, <strong>the largest recorded multiple of this coloured-surface and elusive stamp on cover, being of even more significance as this postal history example is not a judicial correspondence</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 8. <em>Ex Caspary.</em><br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-an-extraord-16410.htm" title="12383-135.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-135.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-on-blued-paper-an-extraord-16410.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 513]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-buff-a-remarkable-block-of-16679.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869-73, 1 r. yellow buff, a remarkable block of six and single on quadrill&eacute; paper, the multiple coming from positions 25-27 / 34-36 of the sheet, clear to predominantly ample margins, together with 1/2 r. blue-violet, tied by pen strokes and&nbsp; dotted lozenges to 15 ounces judicial wrapper to Quito, with the muliple showing two Riobamba cds's on departure, repeated alongside. Probably the largest recorded multiple on quadrill&eacute; paper used on cover, which is of great significance due to the scarcity of postal history examples bearing this stamp. Scott 1, 2. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-buff-a-remarkable-block-of-16679.htm" title="12383-289.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-289.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-buff-a-remarkable-block-of-16679.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 514]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-diagonal-half-used-as-r-16414.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, diagonal half used as 1/2 r. on judicial wrapper not exceeding 1/2 oz from Guano to Riobamba, neatly tied by Guano cds (10.8.1867). Bisect usages of this stamp are very scarce. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 5a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-diagonal-half-used-as-r-16414.htm" title="12383-139.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-139.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-diagonal-half-used-as-r-16414.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 515]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-a-large-margined-diagonal-h-16415.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, a large margined diagonal half used as 1/2 r. for covering the single internal rate up to 1/4 oz on 2 October 1867 entire letter from Cuenca to Riobamba, tied by dotted lozenge and cds on departure. Very slight horizontal wrinkle which barely affects the franking. <strong>A rare bisect usage </strong><strong>not </strong><strong>on judicial correspondence, of great visual appeal for exhibition, a key item for the advanced collection</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 5a. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-a-large-margined-diagonal-h-16415.htm" title="12383-140.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-140.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-a-large-margined-diagonal-h-16415.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 516]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-clear-to-wide-margins-appli-16456.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, clear to wide margins, applied on 2 ounces judicial wrapper to Guaranda, delightfully tied by dotted ''Ambato'' hexagon from the pre-adhesive period, with two strikes of ''Ambato/De/Oficio'' oval alongside, both handstamps being applied in red. Docketing as transit on reverse dated 14 February 1865. <strong>The only franked cover known exhibiting the official handstamp of Ambato, further enhanced by being one of the earliest covers recorded with this value</strong>. Scott 5. <em>Ex Sa&aacute;</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-clear-to-wide-margins-appli-16456.htm" title="12383-181.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-181.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-clear-to-wide-margins-appli-16456.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 517]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-a-well-margined-block-of-fo-16440.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, a well margined block of four displaying a very fresh impression, centrally cancelled by ''Ambato/30 Sept. 70'' cds on judicial wrapper front not exceeding 8 ounces to Guaranda. Slight vertical crease of little consequence. A rare and interesting block of four on cover of which only about five are recorded -blocks (not strips) of this value are rare, with just a block of eight being the largest recorded on cover-. Scott 5.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-a-well-margined-block-of-fo-16440.htm" title="12383-165.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-165.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-a-well-margined-block-of-fo-16440.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 518]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-an-exceptional-block-of-eig-16454.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, an exceptional block of eight, positions 22-25 / 31-34, clear to large margins for the most part, being just touched in small place of the right margin, and well margined vertical pair from positions 26 &amp; 35, both showing a detailed impression, used to cover a 20 oz judicial wrapper endorsed ''1 l. 4 oz'' from Cuenca to Loja. Both multiples tied by dotted lozenges and ''Cuenca/13 Dec 65'' cds's. Some minor stains and reinforced vertical crease to cover, of no importance for this exceptional franking of great visual impact,<strong> including the largest recorded block on cover of this value, of which, to our knowledge, only two postal history examples are recorded</strong>. An exhibition item of great importance for the advanced collection. Signed Holcombe. Scott 5. <em>Ex Bustamante</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-an-exceptional-block-of-eig-16454.htm" title="12383-179.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-179.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-an-exceptional-block-of-eig-16454.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 519]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-and-r-yellow-both-16537.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, and 1869-73 1 r. yellow, both possessing clear to large margins on cover to Trujillo, this being an unusual destination within Peru, carried at single weight letter rate, with both adhesives tied by ''Guayaquil/21 Feb 73'' and the 1 r. yellow copy also tied by ''Franca'' dotted lozenge. <strong>An extraordinary cover bearing, two our knowledge, one of only two usages of two same denominations from different stamps, with the late use in 1873 further enhancing the great desirability of this showpiece</strong>. Signed Lamy. Scott 4, 5.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-and-r-yellow-both-16537.htm" title="12383-253.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-253.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-and-r-yellow-both-16537.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 520]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-strip-of-four-large-margins-16442.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865-73, 1 r. green, strip of four, large margins except for touching in bottom left corner, together with 1/2 r. blue, both possessing clear impressions, tied by ''Ambato/22 Avril 66'' cds's on 8 1/2 ounces judicial wrapper front to Latacunga. A scarce franking including an unusual multiple of the 1 r. green value. Scott 2, 5.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-strip-of-four-large-margins-16442.htm" title="12383-167.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-167.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-strip-of-four-large-margins-16442.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 521]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-very-fine-pair-with-c-16466.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. dull rose, a very fine pair with clear to ample margins, unused with o.g. Scarce. Scott 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-very-fine-pair-with-c-16466.htm" title="12383-191.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-191.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-very-fine-pair-with-c-16466.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 522]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pinkish-rose-clear-impression-den-16420.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. pinkish rose, clear impression denoting an early printing, clear to large margins except for being just touched in upper right ornament, used to pay the double weight steamship rate to an American destination on envelope addressed to the Chilean Plenipotentiary Minister in Lima (Peru), tied by ''Quito/21 Julio 66/Franca'' cds. Reverse with red wax seal from a Chilean Delegation and arrival backstamp.<strong> A rare single franking with the added significance of being one of the very few covers recorded used in the first year of issue</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pinkish-rose-clear-impression-den-16420.htm" title="12383-145.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-145.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pinkish-rose-clear-impression-den-16420.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 523]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pinkish-rose-early-impression-wit-16421.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. pinkish rose, early impression with mostly ample margins, just cut into slightly at top left, paying a double weight entire letter up to 1/2 oz justified by the content mentioning a further letter enclosed, addressed to Lambayeque (Peru), with adhesive tied by ''Guayaquil/ 3 Abr 67'' cds. <strong>A rare single franking, further enhanced by the uncommon destination in Peru for mail originating from Ecuador at this time</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pinkish-rose-early-impression-wit-16421.htm" title="12383-146.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-146.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pinkish-rose-early-impression-wit-16421.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 524]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-position-good-margins-sh-16422.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. carmine, position 1, good margins showing traces of marginal rules at top and left, applied on double weight entire letter mentioning inside a bill of exchange additionally enclosed from Guayaquil to Lima (Peru), tied by ''Franca'' dotted lozenge with matching ''Guayaquil/12 Nov 68'' cds at left, trace of ''2'' red crayon alongside denoting the charge for delivery on receipt. Arrival cds on reverse. <strong>A scarce single franking showing a desirable position in the sheet</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6. <em>Ex Caspary</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-position-good-margins-sh-16422.htm" title="12383-147.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-147.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-position-good-margins-sh-16422.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 525]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-slightly-cut-into-at-base-16423.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. carmine, slightly cut into at base, otherwise good margins, tied by blue ''Guayaquil/5 Julio 70/Franca'' cds on entire letter to Lima (Peru) carried at double rate, with ''2'' due in manuscript on front for domestic delivery on arrival. Arrival on reverse. A scarce single franking. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-slightly-cut-into-at-base-16423.htm" title="12383-148.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-148.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-slightly-cut-into-at-base-16423.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 526]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-marginal-copy-from-th-16428.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. dull rose, a marginal copy from the top of the sheet with good margins, as well as 1/2 r. deep blue, on judicial wrapper to Guaranda with ''9 oz'' endorsement which matches the franking applied, each stamp tied by ''3154'' lozenge cancel with corresponding ''Quito/18 Dice. 72/Franca'' cds at right. The highest denomination with small tear at top before use, nevertheless quite scarce. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2, 6. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-marginal-copy-from-th-16428.htm" title="12383-153.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-153.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-marginal-copy-from-th-16428.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 527]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-just-touched-at-base-ot-16409.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. dull rose, just touched at base, otherwise good margins, together with 1/2 r. on blued paper and very fine 1 r. green in irregular block of three, totalling 7 r. which covered the rate up to 15 oz, tied by Ambato cds's dated 21 May 1869 on wrapper front to Guaranda (slightly reduced at right). The cover was made up of two joined pieces of paper, due to its large format. A very rare three-colour franking including the 4 r. denomination. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 5, 6, 7. <em>Ex Bustamante</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-just-touched-at-base-ot-16409.htm" title="12383-134.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-134.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-just-touched-at-base-ot-16409.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 528]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-remarkable-pair-inclu-16433.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. dull rose, a remarkable pair including complete sheet margin at right showing full marginal rule, good to exceptional margins except for being touched at bottom left, good impression, paying an up to 16 oz. (15 1/2 oz in manuscript) judicial wrapper front from Guaranda to Quito, tied by neat dotted lozenge with Dec. 26 cds adjacent. <strong>Multiples of this high denomination with the full marginal rule are very scarce and desirable</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-remarkable-pair-inclu-16433.htm" title="12383-158.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-158.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-a-remarkable-pair-inclu-16433.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 529]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-a-fine-pair-just-shaved-a-16430.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. carmine, a fine pair just shaved at bottom left together with a well margined pair of 1 r. orange-yellow, making up a 10 r. franking covering the 20 oz rate (corresponding to 1 pound &amp; 4 oz) on 7 June 1871 judicial wrapper front from Quito to Guaranda. Each stamp tied by ''3154'' dotted lozenge which were applied in blue instead of the usual red on the 4 r. values in order to prevent fraudulent reuse of stamps, with corresponding Quito cds's in red at right. A very scarce franking including the 4 r. denomination, further enhanced by the unusual usage of different coloured cancels. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4, 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-a-fine-pair-just-shaved-a-16430.htm" title="12383-155.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-155.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-a-fine-pair-just-shaved-a-16430.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 530]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-two-very-fine-copies-incl-16698.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. carmine, two very fine copies including one coming from the left of the sheet which overlapped by the second stamp, the latter just touching at top, together with 1869-73 1/2 r. blue on blue-surfaced paper and strip of three of 1 r. orange-yellow, all tied by ''Otavalo/23 Nov.'' cds's on judicial wrapper front and part back to Quito, endorsed ''1 lb 7 oz'' which corresponded to the 11 1/2 r. franking paid. Vertical crease at left far away from the franking resulting in a small splitting. A rare and most appealing three-colour franking including the 4r value. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4, 6, 7.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-two-very-fine-copies-incl-16698.htm" title="12383-295.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-295.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-two-very-fine-copies-incl-16698.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 531]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-the-astonishing-block-o-16439.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. dull rose, the astonishing block of four, positions 81-82 / 94-95, mostly clear to large margins, being touched or slightly cut into in places, paying a 32 oz internal rate -for legal correspondence- according to the manuscript endorsement ''2 librs.'' on 28 February 1868 judicial wrapper front from Guaranda to Ambato, tied by cds's on dispatch. <strong>The only block of four recorded on cover of this, the scarcest first issue denomination</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6. <em>Ex Sa&aacute; and Bustamante</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-the-astonishing-block-o-16439.htm" title="12383-164.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-164.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-the-astonishing-block-o-16439.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 532]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-a-stuning-strip-of-five-p-16411.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. carmine, a stuning strip of five, positions 96-100, clear to large margins for the most part, just touched or cut into slightly in three positions at base, together with 1869 ca. 1 r. yellow in vertical strip of three, both multiples tied by dotted lozenges with matching Guaranda cds alongside dated 17 September on judicial wrapper front to Ambato, endorsed ''Con 4 $''. 23 reales were paid per the internal rate up to 46 oz. (2 lb 14 oz. as per manuscript at top left). Faint crease just impinging on one adhesive of each multiple, as well as minor repairs to cover. <strong>A very rare and most impressive franking exhibiting a large multiple of the very scarce 4 r. denomination.</strong> Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4, 6. <em>Ex Bustamante</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-a-stuning-strip-of-five-p-16411.htm" title="12383-136.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-136.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-a-stuning-strip-of-five-p-16411.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 533]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-single-copy-and-strip-o-16435.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. dull rose, single copy and strip of five, the latter with good margins and fading in colour from the right to the left, together with pair and single copy of 1 r. orange-yellow, all making up a 27 r. franking which covered the 54 oz rate which corresponds to the manuscript ''3 Lb. 6 oz.'' rating on judicial linen cover to Guaranda, tied by ''3154'' dotted lozenges . Some staining to cover. <strong>One of the highest frankings in existence including the 4 r. value</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4, 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-single-copy-and-strip-o-16435.htm" title="12383-160.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-160.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-single-copy-and-strip-o-16435.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 534]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-single-and-extraordinary--16436.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866-73, 4 r. carmine, single and extraordinary strip of five, good margins except for being just touched in places at base, together with single and pair of 1 r. orange-yellow, on linen cover from Quito to Guaranda endorsed ''3 Lb. 6 oz'' rating equivalent to 54 oz which corresponds to the 27 r. franking paid. ''3154'' dotted lozenge cancels struck in red on the 1 r. values and struck in blue on the 4 r. denomination, the latter values cancelled in a different colour in order to prevent fraudulent reuse of stamps; the single 4 r. copy was also cancelled in red. Quito cds on front dated 7 June 1871. Some staining to cover well away from the franking. <strong>A spectacular franking, of even greater rarity with the scarce usage of the same cancel in different colours</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4, 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-single-and-extraordinary--16436.htm" title="12383-161.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-161.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-carmine-single-and-extraordinary--16436.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 535]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-front-from-london-to-quit-16458.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1881, Dec. 31. Cover front from London to Quito, franked on dispatch by 4 d. grey-brown, plate 17, carried at single rate per 1/2 oz, tied by barred oval ''16'' cds duplex. Re-addressed on arrival to Riobamba with application of 1881 5 c. blue to pay ongoing postage, tied by blue ''Quito/8 Feb 82/Franca'' cds. An extraordinary combination franking of great visual appeal. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 14.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-front-from-london-to-quit-16458.htm" title="12383-183.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-183.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-front-from-london-to-quit-16458.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 536]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-oct-judicial-wrapper-front-to-qu-16432.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872 ca., Oct. 25. Judicial wrapper front to Quito, endorsed ''1 Lb 2 1/2'' rating corresponding to 18 1/2 oz, correctly paid with 1/2 r. blue, 1 r. orange and 1 p. rose, each tied by Latacunga cds's with further strike alongside. Vertical file fold very slightly affecting the 1 r. denomination and closed tear to cover at right, of no importance for this rarity.<strong> One of the finest of only four covers recorded bearing a three-colour franking which exhibit the full set of the second classic issue -attention should also be drawn to the fact that postal history examples bearing the 1 p. denomination are very scarce-</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 9-11.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-oct-judicial-wrapper-front-to-qu-16432.htm" title="12383-157.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-157.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-oct-judicial-wrapper-front-to-qu-16432.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 537]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-guayaquil-to-barcelo-16271.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, May 4. Cover from Guayaquil to Barcelona (Spain) franked by 1 d. red, pl. 116, 4 d. vermilion, pl. 12, and 2 s. blue, all tied by ''C 41'' barred oval cancels with corresponding datestamp neatly applied on back. Panama and London cds's and manuscript ''2'' denoting the British credit on front, with arrival on back. Faint horizontal filing fold which just passes through 1 d. adhesive, of little significance for this scarce three-colour franking which includes the high 2 shillings denomination. SG Z3, Z11, Z29. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-guayaquil-to-barcelo-16271.htm" title="1-4169.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/1-4169.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-guayaquil-to-barcelo-16271.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 538]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-cover-opened-for-display-from-g-16463.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1873, Nov. 25. Cover (opened for display) from Guayaquil to Bordeaux, bearing 1871-75 25 c. light blue pair and 80 c. rose, covering the single weight rate up to 10 grams, cleanly tied by blue anchor lozenge with corresponding ''Guayaquil/Paq. Fr. F N&deg; 2'' octagonal datestamp (Salles 1.383a: RR-pi&egrave;ce d'amateur) alongside, also applied in blue, and red framed ''PD'', being carried on the Line F ''Ville de Bordeaux'' steamer heading to Panama arriving on the 28th, then embarked at Colon on the Line A ''Guadeloupe'' steamer departing on December 1st to Saint-Nazaire. Reverse showing neat ''Caldera/25 Nov 73/Paq. Fr. N&deg; 1'' octagonal datestamp which is not registered in Salles and is assumed to have been applied in error on this cover -Caldera was a Chilean port of call belonging to the Line F-. <strong>An extremely rare cover, being the finest of only seven recorded from Guayaquil addressed to a transatlantic destination, as well as one of only two known (plus a piece) bearing the Caldera datestamp -with the other cover, which is not complete, coming from the Schatzk&egrave;s collection-. Of consummate beauty in every regard</strong>. Maury 57, 60. <em>Ex Dubus</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-cover-opened-for-display-from-g-16463.htm" title="12383-188.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-188.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/nov-cover-opened-for-display-from-g-16463.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 539]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/scadta-provisional-issue-surcharge--15977.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1928, ''Scadta'' provisional issue, surcharge at 45 degree angle, complete set plus 1 1/2 s. and 3 s. in blocks of four. Very fine and scarce. Scott C1-C5.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/scadta-provisional-issue-surcharge--15977.htm" title="12594-2.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12594-2.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/scadta-provisional-issue-surcharge--15977.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 540]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-green-showing-cts-betwee-16496.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1929, 50 c. on 10 c. green, showing ''Cts'' between surcharged numerals, a very fine marginal copy from the right of the sheet. Signed Brun and Calves. Scott C6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-green-showing-cts-betwee-16496.htm" title="12383-221.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-221.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-green-showing-cts-betwee-16496.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 541]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-green-showing-cts-betwee-16497.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1929, 50 c. on 10 c. green, showing ''Cts'' between surcharged numerals, a splendid block of four with full original gum. Very fine and rare. Cert. Bortfeldt. Scott C6.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-green-showing-cts-betwee-16497.htm" title="12383-222.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-222.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-green-showing-cts-betwee-16497.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 542]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-carmine-unused-with-original-16498.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1928,75 c. on 15 c. carmine, unused with original gum. Only 24 copies of this surcharge were reported to have been produced. Cert. Holcombe. Sanabria 8.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-carmine-unused-with-original-16498.htm" title="12383-223.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-223.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-on-c-carmine-unused-with-original-16498.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 543]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-issue-c-ochre-imperforate-pla-8827.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1871, First Issue. 1 c. ochre, imperforate plate proof multiples printed on both sides. Marginal block of 15, strip of 5 with vertical gutter in center and block of 21 with vertical gutter in center. Goodman PP1A var. (No photo)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-issue-c-ochre-imperforate-pla-8827.htm" title=""><img src=""></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/first-issue-c-ochre-imperforate-pla-8827.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 544]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-to-guatemala-city-fr-16468.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872 ca. Cover front to Guatemala City franked by 1871 5 c. bistre-brown, tied by numeral ''17'' oval handstamp as well as framed ''Franco'' marking, which was only used in Jutiapa. One perforation missing at lower right corner and diagonal crease, nevertheless a rare cancellation usage. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2. <em>Ex Speycher</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-to-guatemala-city-fr-16468.htm" title="12383-193.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-193.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/ca-cover-front-to-guatemala-city-fr-16468.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 545]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-from-amatitlan--16469.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, March 1. Entire letter from Amatitlan to Guatemala City, bearing 1871 5 c. bistre-brown tied by numeral ''13'' cancel in black, paying the single internal rate up to 1/2 oz.<strong> An outstanding first issue item exhibiting the only recorded example of this numeral handstamp on cover</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2. <em>Ex Hubbard and Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-from-amatitlan--16469.htm" title="12383-194.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-194.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-entire-letter-from-amatitlan--16469.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 546]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-from-guatemala-city-to-m-16470.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, June 8. Cover from Guatemala City to Mazatenango with the addressee being resident in Venecia, franked by 1871 5 c. bistre-brown, tied by numeral ''1'' oval handstamp with matching ''Correos/Guatemala'' cds in blue at left. The single internal letter rate was reduced to 5 c. at the end of 1872. A very fine and rare first issue cover. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2. <br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-from-guatemala-city-to-m-16470.htm" title="12383-195.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-195.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-cover-from-guatemala-city-to-m-16470.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 547]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-from-guatemala-to-antig-16467.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1874, April 21. Cover from Guatemala to Antigua carried at single rate up to 1/2 oz, bearing 1871 5 c. bistre-brown (SG 2), tied by neat ''Guatemala'' cds in black representing an early usage since this postmark was first introduced in 1874,  with ''Correos de Guatemala/Paquetes'' cds in red alongside -according to Goodman, this marking was believed to have identified mail to be carried by packet to a foreign country; nevertheless, it is also known on domestic mail-. <strong>A delightful example of this scarce single franking, being one of just four first issue covers recorded bearing adhesives tied by a domestic datestamp which adds to its desirability</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2. <em>Ex Cervera, Lange and Speycher</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-from-guatemala-to-antig-16467.htm" title="12383-192.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-192.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/april-cover-from-guatemala-to-antig-16467.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 548]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-internal-cover-from-guatema-16473.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, October 7. Internal cover from Guatemala City to Mazatenango, covering the double weight letter rate not exceeding 1 oz. with 1871 10 c. blue, type B, tied by large numeral ''1'' showing blue ''Correos/Guatemala'' cds adjacent. Some discolouration just affecting the cover but of no significance. <strong>A very scarce example of double internal letter rate, of which only three covers are recorded, with the added significance of bearing a type B adhesive which is scarcer than type A</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 3b.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-internal-cover-from-guatema-16473.htm" title="12383-198.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-198.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-internal-cover-from-guatema-16473.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 549]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-to-guatemala-city-beari-16474.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, March 18. Cover to Guatemala City, bearing 1871 10 c. blue, type B, tied by large numeral ''11'' cancel used in Champerico. Stamp trimmed for scissors separation at right and upper left perforation in corner missing. <strong>Another rare example of the double internal letter rate, with just three covers recorded, this exhibiting a rare cancellation and a type B adhesive.</strong> Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 3b. <em>Ex Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-to-guatemala-city-beari-16474.htm" title="12383-199.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-199.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-to-guatemala-city-beari-16474.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 550]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-cover-from-guatemala-city-t-16471.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1873, January 25. Cover from Guatemala City to New York, bearing single 1871 10 c. blue, type A, tied by numeral ''1'' oval cancel, with ''Correos/Guatemala'' cds in blue and 10 c. steamship rating applied on arrival alongside. The rate for mail addressed to the United States was reduced from 20 c. to 10 c. at the end of January 1872. Very rare. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 3. <em>Ex Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-cover-from-guatemala-city-t-16471.htm" title="12383-196.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-196.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-cover-from-guatemala-city-t-16471.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 551]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-envelope-to-lietusburg-washing-16472.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1874, July. Envelope to Lietusburg, Washington Co., Mass., (United States), franked by 1871 10 c. blue, tied by large numeral ''22'' oval handstamp with framed ''Yzabal'' postmark at left, displaying ''Correos de Guatemala/Paquetes'' cds (27 July) in red applied in transit on reverse. ''N.Y./U.S. Currency'' 10 c. due arrival cds dated September 8th. The rate for mail addressed to the United States was reduced from 20 c. to 10 c. at the end of January 1872. Stamp affected by imperfections in right-hand corners, nevertheless<strong> the only first issue cover in existence exhibiting these postmarks from Yzabal</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 3. <em>Ex Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-envelope-to-lietusburg-washing-16472.htm" title="12383-197.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-197.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/july-envelope-to-lietusburg-washing-16472.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 552]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-from-guatemala-city-to-sa-16475.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1871, Oct. 10. Cover from Guatemala City to San Francisco (United States), paying the double weight letter rate up to 1 oz for mail addressed to American nations with 1871 5 c. bistre-brown and two copies of 10 c. blue including one lacking upper right corner perforations, tied by quartered corks and large numeral &ldquo;1&rdquo; cancel with corresponding &ldquo;Correos/Guatemala&rdquo; cds at left. San Francisco cds also tying the 5 c. denomination with manuscript &ldquo;20&rdquo; cents due steamship rate on arrival. Stated to be the earliest Guatemalan cover recorded by Goodman in his handbook (illustrated on page 48). Believed to be the only example of this first issue combination franking, also being the second earliest recorded cover of Guatemalan philately. Of impressive appearance for exhibition. Scott 2, 3. <em>Ex Hubbard and Speycher</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-from-guatemala-city-to-sa-16475.htm" title="12383-200.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-200.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-from-guatemala-city-to-sa-16475.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 553]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/september-cover-to-paris-endorsed-v-16476.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, September 27. Cover to Paris endorsed ''Via Panama'', with single 1871 20 c. rose-carmine paying the overseas rate per half ounce effective since the end of January 1872, tied by slightly doubled large numeral ''1'' in oval grid with ''Correos/Guatemala'' cds in blue alongside. The cover was carried by British Packet via British P.O. in Panama with ''A/colon'' cds on front. French entry, Anglo-French ''GB/1F60c'' accountancy marking per single weight letter rate and handstruck ''12'' (decimes) arrival rating on front, with London and Paris cds's on reverse. <strong>One of only about five covers recorded bearing this single franking, of which two are addressed to France</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 4. <em>Ex Hubbard and Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/september-cover-to-paris-endorsed-v-16476.htm" title="12383-201.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-201.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/september-cover-to-paris-endorsed-v-16476.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 554]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-envelope-to-rotherham-engla-16477.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, January 5. Envelope to Rotherham (England), bearing 1871 5 c. bistre-brown and 20 c. rose-carmine with central large numeral ''24'' oval cancel used in Salama, with Guatemala City and London transit backstamps. Carried via Panama by H.M. Packet with small ''A/Colon'' British P.O. transit cds (25 Jan) on front. Docketing &quot;Recd&nbsp; Feb 26 last post&quot; of receipt adjacent to the franking. <br />
The single overseas rate was 25 c. per half ounce, in this case being applied just before being reduced at the end of January 1872.<strong> </strong>Illustrated on page 46 of Goodman's ''Guatemala-1'' handbook. Horizontal crease through adhesives. <strong>A very significant cover of this issue bearing a unique combination franking, with a very rare cancellation usage which augments the desirability of this piece</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 2, 4. <em>Ex Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-envelope-to-rotherham-engla-16477.htm" title="12383-202.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-202.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-envelope-to-rotherham-engla-16477.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 555]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-entire-letter-from-san-jos--16478.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, January 22. Entire letter from San Jos&eacute; to Marseilles, franked by 1873 &quot;Arms&quot; 4 r. mauve tied by blue crayon line with New York transit cds, circular ''T'' and manuscript ''50'' cents accountancy mark in blue and French ''Etats-Unis/Angl. Amb. Cal. F'' entry as well as manuscript ''12'' decimes due to be paid by the addressee alongside. Backstamped on receipt. The cover was undoubtedly handed direct to a ship and the stamp was probably marked in crayon in New York at the same time as the ''50'' marking was applied. New Guatemalan rates were introduced circa two weeks after this cover had been posted. <strong>Only six covers were recorded in the Goodman audit bearing this very rare single franking.</strong> Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 5. <em>Ex Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-entire-letter-from-san-jos--16478.htm" title="12383-203.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-203.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-entire-letter-from-san-jos--16478.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 556]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-envelope-endorsed-kaiserlic-16479.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, October 7. Envelope endorsed ''Kaiserlich deutsches Consulat f&uuml;r Guatemala'' from Guatemala City to Berlin, bearing single 1873 ''Arms'' 4 r. violet which covered the single rate per half ounce to an overseas destination outside America, tied by cds on dispatch with red ''Correos de Guatemala/Paquetes'' at left, also showing blue ''180'' steamship rating amended to ''80'' and ''T'' marking alongside, with London transit and arrival on back. Embossed seal of the German Consulate on back flap, which is not complete due to a small portion of paper loss. <strong>A very rare single franking, being one of the six only recorded by Goodman in his audit</strong>, this being the latest usage recorded. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 5. <em>Ex Speycher.<br />
</em><br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-envelope-endorsed-kaiserlic-16479.htm" title="12383-204.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-204.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/october-envelope-endorsed-kaiserlic-16479.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 557]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/november-cover-front-from-guatemala-16480.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, November 20. Cover front from Guatemala City to C&aacute;diz (Spain), endorsed ''V&iacute;a Panam&aacute;'' and&nbsp; franked by 1873 ''Arms'' 1 p. yellow, tied by cds on dispatch with red ''Correos de Guatemala/Paquetes'' adjacent. Blue crayon ''50'' cents rating, British steamship ''T'' marking, London transit and ''1 P.'' (peseta) charged on arrival. Carried at double rate not exceeding one ounce. <strong>A classic rarity of Guatemalan postal history, with only four covers recorded bearing this value, of essential significance for the advanced collection</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 6. <em>Ex Speycher</em>. <br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/november-cover-front-from-guatemala-16480.htm" title="12383-205.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-205.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/november-cover-front-from-guatemala-16480.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 558]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/february-envelope-to-retaluleu-mail-16481.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1876, February 18. Envelope to Retaluleu, mailed at single internal rate per half ounce with 1875 ''Liberty'' 1/2 r. blue-green, tied by large numeral ''6'' oval cancel with matching ''Correos de Quezaltenango'' at bottom left. <strong>One of only four covers reported by Goodman bearing this denomination</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 8.<br />
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<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/february-envelope-to-retaluleu-mail-16481.htm" title="12383-206.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-206.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/february-envelope-to-retaluleu-mail-16481.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 559]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/august-cover-from-zacapa-to-london--16482.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1878, August 3. Cover from Zacapa to London, endorsed ''Por Belize'', bearing 1878 ''Indian Women'' 2 r. rose-red, tied by large ''18'' numeral handstamp with matching ''Correos de Zacapa'' cds at left, as well as British Honduras 1 s. green applied adjacent tied by barred oval ''O'' handstamp, for full pre-payment to London, showing corresponding Belize cds at bottom right dated 15 August. Illustrated on page 86 of Goodman's Guatemala handbook, first volume. This cover originally had two copies of 2 r. but one has subsequently been lost (in order to mask this loss the envelope was trimmed at right); also a diagonal crease slightly affecting the franking, of little consequence for this extraordinary item. <strong>One of only two recorded Guatemala - British Honduras combination covers, this also representing an early use of the ''Indian Women'' issue. A significant item of Central American philately, of great desirability for both collectors of Guatemala and British West Indies territories</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 12. <em>Ex Cervera, Lange and Speycher</em>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/august-cover-from-zacapa-to-london--16482.htm" title="12383-207.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-207.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/august-cover-from-zacapa-to-london--16482.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 560]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-cover-from-guatemala-city-t-16483.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1881, January 14. Cover from Guatemala City to Naples (Italy), endorsed ''V&iacute;a de Panam&aacute;'', paying the 1877 half ounce single rate with 4 r. 1878 ''Indian Women'' 4 r. lilac, centrally cancelled by ''star'' obliterator with red ''Correos/Guatemala'' octagonal datestamp adjacent. Front also showing ''T/1-10'' accountancy marking, crossed out ''16'' arrival rating in manuscript and added 10 c., 40 c. and 60 c. Italian postage dues on arrival. Faint small wrinkles at upper right corner, mentioned for accuracy. <strong>The only recorded ''Indian Women'' cover to Italy, and therefore a unique item in this issue. In addition this Guatemala - Italy combination franking is of great scarcity in Guatemalan postal history</strong>. Cert. Moorhouse. Scott 13. <em>Ex Cervera, Lange and Speycher</em>.<br />
<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-cover-from-guatemala-city-t-16483.htm" title="12383-208.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-208.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/january-cover-from-guatemala-city-t-16483.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 561]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-orizava-a-very-fine-strip-of-16523.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 1/2 r. blue (Orizava), a very fine strip of four on reverse of March 22, 1861 entire letter to Mexico City, tied by framed ''Orizava/Marzo 23'' handstamp. An unusual and very fine franking. Scott 1.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-orizava-a-very-fine-strip-of-16523.htm" title="12383-239.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-239.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-orizava-a-very-fine-strip-of-16523.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 562]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-guanajuato-used-to-cover-t-16670.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 1 r. yellow (Guanajuato), used to cover the inland single weight letter rate to Veracruz on envelope to France, cancelled by dotted square with British ''Vera-Cruz/Oc 5 1856'' double arc on back, carried by the ''Conway'' to St. Thomas where trans-shipped on the ''La Plata'' to Southampton, with framed red ''Colonies/Art-18'' Anglo-French accountancy marking ''15'' decimes due marking per 7 1/2 grs. London, Paris and arrival cds's on reverse. The only cover known with the Article 18 marking bearing a stamp. Very desirable. Scott 2. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-guanajuato-used-to-cover-t-16670.htm" title="12383-284.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-284.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-guanajuato-used-to-cover-t-16670.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 563]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-guadalajara-five-copies-ti-16663.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 1 r. yellow (Guadalajara), five copies tied by oval ''Correos/Enero 2 1857/Guadalajara'' datestamps on cover front to Mazatl&aacute;n. Scott 2.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-guadalajara-five-copies-ti-16663.htm" title="12383-277.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-277.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-guadalajara-five-copies-ti-16663.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 564]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-and-r-green-mazatl-aacute--16527.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 1 r. yellow and 2 r. green (Mazatl&aacute;n), two well margined copies tied by red ''Pto. De Mazatl&aacute;n/Mayo 16'' boxed handstamp (Schatzk&egrave;s 739). A colourful and desirable cover. Scott 2, 3.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-and-r-green-mazatl-aacute--16527.htm" title="12383-243.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-243.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-yellow-and-r-green-mazatl-aacute--16527.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 565]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-morelia-district-name-on-co-16389.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1857, 2 r. green (Morelia district name), on cover originating from San Francisco to Mazatlan, transported by Pacific Mail Steamship Co. steamer ''John L. Stephens'' to Colima, where transferred to the ''Rucker, Motz y Ca'' forwarding agents, this company being responsible&nbsp; for conveying the letter to the Colima P.O. following payment of the 2 r. adhesive, tied by ''Correos/Junio 12 1857/Colima'' oval handstamp. An unconventional and attractive usage. Scott 3.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-morelia-district-name-on-co-16389.htm" title="12383-114.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-114.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-morelia-district-name-on-co-16389.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 566]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-guanajuato-quarter-used-as-r-16528.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 4 r. red (Guanajuato), quarter used as 1 r. for paying the single rate up to 1/2 ounce for a distance not exceeding 16 leagues, on August 15, 1858 cover to Silao, tied by Guanajuato cds. A very fine example of this rare franking. Cert. Jaretzky. Scott 4b. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-guanajuato-quarter-used-as-r-16528.htm" title="12383-244.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-244.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-guanajuato-quarter-used-as-r-16528.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 567]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-lilac-zacatecas-quarter-used--16668.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 8 r. red lilac (Zacatecas), quarter used as 2 r. on 1858 entire letter to Sombrerete, tied by framed ''Zacatecas/Mayo 31'' handstamp, showing &quot;eagle&quot; marking of the Governor of Zacatecas. Cert. Jaretzky. Scott 5d.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-lilac-zacatecas-quarter-used--16668.htm" title="12383-282.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-282.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-lilac-zacatecas-quarter-used--16668.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 568]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-lilac-zacatecas-quarter-used--16669.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 8 r. red lilac (Zacatecas), quarter used as 2 r. on October 30, 1858 entire letter from R&iacute;o Grande to Zacatecas, tied by two-line ''Franco En/Sain Alto'' handstamp. Quartered examples of the 8r. value were used until receipt of the second shipment of stamps. Cert. Jaretzky. Scott 5d.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-lilac-zacatecas-quarter-used--16669.htm" title="12383-283.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-283.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-lilac-zacatecas-quarter-used--16669.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 569]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-and-r-red-lilac-zacatecas-bot-16529.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1856, 4 r. red and 8 r. red-lilac (Zacatecas), both being quarter used respectively as 1 r. and 2 r., tied to cover front (slightly reduced) to Guadalajara by framed with date ''Fresnillo/Novbre 11''. The year of usage was almost certainly 1859, as there was a shortage of stamps in Zacatecas in that year. A very rare ''fractional'' cover including two quadrisect usages. Cert. Jaretzky. Scott 4b, 5d.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-and-r-red-lilac-zacatecas-bot-16529.htm" title="12383-245.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-245.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-and-r-red-lilac-zacatecas-bot-16529.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 570]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-san-luis-potos-iac-16521.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 1/2 r. black on brown (San Luis Potos&iacute;), strip of four, clear to large margins except for touching at left, tied by large cds (Schatzk&egrave;s 1443) on dispatch. A scarce cover. Scott 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-san-luis-potos-iac-16521.htm" title="12383-237.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-237.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-san-luis-potos-iac-16521.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 571]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-guadalajara-vertic-16522.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 1/2 r. black on brown (Guadalajara), vertical strip of four and two pairs (one with pre-printing paper folds which applied on reverse), all including margins ranging from clear to large, tied by ''Franqueado/En/Guadalajara'' double-oval handstamp to August 6, 1861 entire letter to Tecolotl&aacute;n carried at triple rate for a distance above 16 leagues. A rare franking for paying the 4 r. rate. Scott 6.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-guadalajara-vertic-16522.htm" title="12383-238.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-238.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-guadalajara-vertic-16522.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 572]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-pink-with-pre-printing-c-16405.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 2 r. black on pink, with pre-printing crease, on December 10 entire letter from Mexico City to Madrid. Very interesting contents regarding the mails and the conflict with France: ''Por motivo de las muy cr&iacute;ticas circunstancias por que est&aacute; atravesando esta Rep&uacute;blica, el Gobierno ha suspendido toda clase de comunicaciones con los fuertes ocupados por los franceses, y s&oacute;lo a fuerza de instancias y de ruegos, se ha podido conseguir el que hoy salga un extraordinario para Veracruz conduciendo solamente correspondencia para Europa''; with a further notation inside probably made by a courier: ''Los franceses se han movido rumbo a Puebla, cuya poblaci&oacute;n defiende el Ej&eacute;rcito Mejicano. Manuel supo tarde de la salida de este correo: est&aacute; bueno''. According to the text inside, this mail was the first normal correspondence allowed by the French to be forwarded addressed to a foreign destination. The letter arrived too late to be carried on the British steamer ''Tampico'' which sailed on December 18 and therefore the framed ''Apr&egrave;s le Depart'' marking was applied; subsequently carried to Bordeaux where forwarded by ''Georges Raffard'' (cachet on back), with French transit and arrival alongside. A very rare cover with significant historical connections. Scott 8.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-pink-with-pre-printing-c-16405.htm" title="12383-130-600dpi.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-130-600dpi.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-pink-with-pre-printing-c-16405.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 573]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-grey-on-pink-mexico-district-name-16399.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, 2 r. grey on pink (Mexico District name), tied by 11 June cds on dispatch paying the double inland rate according to distance above 16 Leagues to Veracruz on cover addressed to Escoriaza (Spain), with 4 Reales due marking applied in transit at Vigo. The Cuban ''Ram&oacute;n de Herrera'' Line covered the journey from Veracruz to Cuba by the steamer ''Mexico'', then transferred to the Spanish ''Antonio L&oacute;pez y C&iacute;a.'' Line from Cuba to Spain, carried by the ''Santo Domingo'' steamer; both companies were successors to the ''Empresa de Correos Mar&iacute;timos'' of Havana. A rare cover. Scott 8.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-grey-on-pink-mexico-district-name-16399.htm" title="12383-124.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-124.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-grey-on-pink-mexico-district-name-16399.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 574]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-diagonal-half-on--16525.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 4 r. black on yellow, diagonal half on cover to Morelia, tied by ''Franqueado/En/Guadalajara'' double-oval handstamp in blue. Very fine. Scott 9a. <em>Ex Bash</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-diagonal-half-on--16525.htm" title="12383-241.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-241.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-diagonal-half-on--16525.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 575]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-bisect-used-as-r--16667.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 4 r. black on yellow, bisect used as 2 r. on entire letter dated 4 May 1861 to Guadalajara, tied by ''Franco/Mayo/Guanajuato'' circular handstamp. Very fine. Scott 9a. <em>Ex Bash</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-bisect-used-as-r--16667.htm" title="12383-281.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-281.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-bisect-used-as-r--16667.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 576]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-a-well-margined-v-16664.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 4 r. black on yellow, a well margined vertical half on 29 June cover from Durango to Mazatl&aacute;n, tied by framed ''franco'' handstamp. Very fine. Scott 9a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-a-well-margined-v-16664.htm" title="12383-278.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-278.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-a-well-margined-v-16664.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 577]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-zacatecas-a-well--16666.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 4 r. black on yellow (Zacatecas), a well margined vertical half on 20 August cover to San Luis Potos&iacute;, tied by crossed strikes of ''Zacatecas.'' straight-line. Scott 9a.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-zacatecas-a-well--16666.htm" title="12383-280.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-280.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-zacatecas-a-well--16666.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 578]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-diagonal-vertical-16665.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 4 r. black on yellow, diagonal vertical half with good margins on 22 September cover to Veracruz, tied by boxed ''Oaxaca/Septiembe.'' datestamp. Very fine. Scott 9a.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-diagonal-vertical-16665.htm" title="12383-279.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-279.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-yellow-diagonal-vertical-16665.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 579]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-and-yellow-mexico-creas-16393.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1862, 4 r. dull rose and yellow (Mexico), creased before use and tied by indistinct handstamp, covering the triple rate from Mexico City to Veracruz on cover addressed to Paris, carried by ''Floride'' steamer with matching superb strike of elusive ''Mexique/15 Juil 62/Floride'' octagonal datestamp (Salles 1315) applied on back, showing blue ''Mexique/1-1'' datestamp (Salles 1.361) and ''8'' decimes due marking on front. French transits and arrival on reverse. A rare and attractive cover. Scott 10. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-and-yellow-mexico-creas-16393.htm" title="12383-118.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-118.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-dull-rose-and-yellow-mexico-creas-16393.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 580]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-aguascalientes-qua-16524.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 8 r. black on brown (Aguascalientes), quarter used as 2 reales, tied by circular grid on cover to Esp&iacute;ritu Santo with corresponding Aguascalientes boxed datestamp alongside. Very fine. Signed Bash. Scott 11b. <em>Ex Bash</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-aguascalientes-qua-16524.htm" title="12383-240.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-240.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-brown-aguascalientes-qua-16524.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 581]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-on-red-brown-guanajuato-with-in-16526.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1861, 8 r. on red-brown (Guanajuato, with 1,080 invoiced), vertical half on May 1861 cover to Silao, tied by ''Franco/Guanajuato'' cds. A rare usage. Scott 11c. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-on-red-brown-guanajuato-with-in-16526.htm" title="12383-242.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-242.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-on-red-brown-guanajuato-with-in-16526.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 582]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-tampico-paying-the-sing-16392.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 1 r. blue (Tampico, 9-1866), paying the single rate up to 1/2 oz for a distance not exceeding 16 Leagues, tied by cds on departure on cover to New Orleans, with arrival dated June 16 and ''Due 3'' to be paid by the addressee on receipt, both applied on front. This interesting cover was carried by SS ''Sonora'' which operated on the 'Ligne Annexe ''F'' ', this additional line coming into service in September 1865 and being operative only until January 1868, following the route Veracruz-Tampico-Matamoros-New Orleans, the latter being an extension of the line which was announced in April 1866 and only operated until December. Late hour correspondence, which does not show a datestamp of this line, was consigned to the Captain who carried the mail to Veracruz where it was delivered to postal agents embarked on a French steamer (see Salles, Vol. IV on page 177). <strong>A highly interesting cover of importance as being the only recorded carried to New Orleans on this short-lived 'Ligne Annexe ''F'' ' service</strong>. A desirable item for both collectors of Mexican philately and French Maritime Mail. Scott 21. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-tampico-paying-the-sing-16392.htm" title="12383-117.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-117.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-tampico-paying-the-sing-16392.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 583]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-guanajuato-paying-a-16390.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 2 r. orange (Guanajuato, 88-1866), paying a single weight letter rate from Guanajuato to Veracruz on 12 June cover to Hamm (Prussia), tied by cds on dispatch and subsequently carried on French steamer ''Panama'' at Veracruz with ''Mexique/1-1'' octagonal datestamp (Salles 1.361), alongside with ''F/48'' Franco-Prussian accountancy marking with ''9'' crayon marking corresponding to the Prussian fee in groschen. Reverse showing ''Ligne-B/Paq. Fr. N&deg; 2'' cds with 'fleurons' (Salles 1.431) which was introduced in 1865, as well as Prussian transits. Two minor horizontal creases, of which one slightly affects the design at base, with also a tiny tear at bottom. A very scarce transatlantic mail to Prussia. Scott 23. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-guanajuato-paying-a-16390.htm" title="12383-115.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-115.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-orange-guanajuato-paying-a-16390.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 584]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-mexico-tied-by-fra-16387.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865, 4 r. green (Mexico, 120-1865), tied by ''Franco/29 Jul. 1865/Mexico'' cds on cover to Barcelona (Spain), carried by ''Conway'' steamer from Veracruz to St. Thomas and thence by the ''Seine'' to Southampton, then via france to final destination, with blue ''4Rs.'' due marking to be paid by the addressee. A scarce and fine cover. Scott 24. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-mexico-tied-by-fra-16387.htm" title="12383-112.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-112.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-green-mexico-tied-by-fra-16387.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 585]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-mexico-examples-inv-16404.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865, 8 r. red (Mexico, 133-1865, 800 examples invoiced), well margined pair tied by cds on envelope (one side flap missing) from Mexico City to New York, conveyed by Mexico-American steamship to New York, charged ''60'' cents on arrival. Cover also endorsed ''Extraordinario'', denoting the forwarding service requiring urgent delivery which came into operation in an arrangement with the Mexican Post, being carried by Rafael Veraza, the mail being charged the double rate for this service; thus, this franking paid the triple weight domestic rate for a distance above 17 Leagues. Illustrated on page 66 (ill. 22) of ''Mexican Maritime Mail'' handbook by Schimmer and Heath. <strong>A rare franking with the added significance of the ''Extraordinario'' service usage</strong>. A great item for the advanced collection. Cert. Mepsi. Scott 25. <em>Ex Paliafito and Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-mexico-examples-inv-16404.htm" title="12383-129.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-129.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-mexico-examples-inv-16404.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 586]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-r-ultramarine-guana-16671.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864, 8 r. red (148-1864), 1 r. ultramarine (Guanajuato, 176-1864) and 2 r. orange (Guanajuato, 176-1864) in three blocks of four, all tied to piece by very fine strikes of ''Correos Yrapuato'' negative circular handstamp (Schatzk&egrave;s 497). Two creases only affecting two multiples, but not detracting. A spectacular piece bearing a rare three-colour franking including the highest denomination of this issue. Scott 22, 23a, 25a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-r-ultramarine-guana-16671.htm" title="12383-285.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-285.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-red-r-ultramarine-guana-16671.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 587]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-r-yellow-and-r-carmine-16382.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1864-66, 1 r. blue, 2 r. yellow and 8 r. carmine (Mexico, 200-1864), all used on November 1st, 1864 cover from Mexico City to Guadalajara and tied by blue ''Franco/Mexico'' cds's. Upper and lower back flaps slightly reduced, being of no importance and mentioned for accuracy only. <strong>A striking and very rare three-colour franking including the 8 r. denomination, of which only 300 examples were invoiced</strong>. Signed Todd. Scott 21a, 23, 25a. <em>Ex Bash</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-r-yellow-and-r-carmine-16382.htm" title="12383-107.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-107.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-blue-r-yellow-and-r-carmine-16382.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 588]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pearl-grey-guadalajara-16520.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1865, 8 r. pearl grey, (Guadalajara, 41-1866, 2,450 examples), strip of four with clear to large margins, used on single weight cover dated December 10, 1866 to Le&oacute;n, tied by framed ''Correos/Guadalajara'' dated handstamp. Tiny surface rubbing at top of the third adhesive. An unusual franking for the 25 c. rate. Cert. Jaretzky. Scott 26.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pearl-grey-guadalajara-16520.htm" title="12383-236.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-236.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-pearl-grey-guadalajara-16520.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 589]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-litho-mexico-paying-16397.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 50 c. green litho (Mexico, 95-1866), paying the triple weight letter rate for a distance above 17 Leagues, on 10 October entire letter from Mexico City to Paris, tied by cds on dispatch and transferred at Veracruz onto the ''Imperatrice Eugenie'' to St. Nazaire, with ''Ligne B/Paq. Fr./N&deg; 5'' octagonal datestamp (Salles 1431) applied on reverse, charged ''20'' decimes handstruck on receipt. <strong>Transatlantic covers bearing values of the Maximilian Issues are quite scarce, and this, bearing the 50 c. value, possess the added significance of being of extreme scarcity on outgoing maritime mail</strong>. Scott 30. <em>Ex Bash and Rosenthal</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-litho-mexico-paying-16397.htm" title="12383-122.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-122.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-litho-mexico-paying-16397.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 590]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-veracruz-and-c-ora-16678.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 13 c. blue (Veracruz, 128-866) and 25 c. orange brown (Veracruz, 145, 866), both tied by Veracruz cds on cover to Orizava. Very fine. Scott 32, 33.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-veracruz-and-c-ora-16678.htm" title="12383-288.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-288.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-veracruz-and-c-ora-16678.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 591]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-green-thin-figures-16536.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1868, 12 c. black on green, thin figures (27-68), upper half of sheet, nearly complete in absence of one copy at bottom right corner, making up a block of 49, with sheet margins on three sides and fresh cracked original gum. Two vertical perforation rows opened in places which have been hinge reinforced, as well as faint vertical crease, though still in very fine state of preservation. A very scarce and impressive multiple. Scott 47.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-green-thin-figures-16536.htm" title="12383-252.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-252.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-green-thin-figures-16536.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 592]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-yellow-thin-figures-pueb-16535.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1869, 50 c. black on yellow, thin figures (Puebla, 4-69), well margined tied by ''Admon. de Correos/Villa de los Libres'' oval postmark on envelope (lacking back flap) to Bordeaux, with ''Vera-Cruz/Paq. Fr. B'' octagonal datestamp showing indistinct month in 1870 thus not enabling the steamer, which carried this mail, to be identified, charged ''10'' decimes on arrival. Scott 49.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-yellow-thin-figures-pueb-16535.htm" title="12383-251.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-251.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-yellow-thin-figures-pueb-16535.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 593]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-green-thick-figures-vera-16400.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1871, 12 c. black on green, thick figures (Veracruz, 2-71), faint creases in upper right corner, on single weight cover from Veracruz to Genoa, tied by cds, carried by RMSP ''Eider'' steamer to St. Thomas arriving on March 16, then transferred to the ''Seine'' to Plymouth, backstamped at London and Genoa, with Italian postage dues 30 c., 40 c. and 1 l. on front, in accordance with the manuscript ''17'' due alongside. A scarce combination franking with this ''Hidalgo'' Issue. Scott 59.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-green-thick-figures-vera-16400.htm" title="12383-125.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-125.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-on-green-thick-figures-vera-16400.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 594]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-thick-figures-guadalajara-16396.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1871, 25 c. blue thick figures (Guadalajara, 41-71), on cover from Guadalajara to Paris, tied by oval handstamp, carried by French ''Floride'' steamer with red ''Vera-Cruz/Paq Fr B N&deg; 3'' handstamp (Salles 1437) dated 12 September, charged ''12'' decimes handstruck on receipt. A very fine cover. Scott 61.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-thick-figures-guadalajara-16396.htm" title="12383-121.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-121.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-thick-figures-guadalajara-16396.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 595]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pink-thick-figures-queret-16534.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1871, 25 c. blue on pink, thick figures (Queretaro, 12-71), margins varying from clear to large, tied by ''Franco/En Queretaro'' octagonal handstamp to envelope endorsed ''Paquete Ingl&eacute;s'' to Toulouse (France), conveyed by U.S. steamer ''City of Mexico'' to New York where it arrived on December 23rd, 1871, and then transferred to the British steamer ''Cuba'' for onward transit to France with New York cds and circled ''5'' cents as debit to England for a distance under 3,000 miles, also showing Anglo-French ''GB/3F60c'' accountancy marking and ''15'' decimes due on arrival alongside. A very interesting and desirable cover described by Holcombe as ''a rare usage of partial prepayment of the rates in stamps to Europe''. Opinion Holcombe. Scott 61. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pink-thick-figures-queret-16534.htm" title="12383-250.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-250.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-on-pink-thick-figures-queret-16534.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 596]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-jalapa-in-very-fine-stri-16386.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, 6 c. green (Jalapa, 20-73) in very fine strip of four applied on reverse of 10 September 1873 entire letter from Papantla to Bordeaux, tied by ''Franqueado En/Papantla'' elliptical handstamp (Schatzk&egrave;s 626), with single rate ''GB/1F 60c'' Anglo-French accountancy marking on front, together with ''12'' decimes due from recipient and Calais entry, with London and Bordeaux cds's on back. The cover was carried by the ''Corsica'' from Veracruz to St. Thomas and thence to Plymouth by the ''Moselle''. A scarce cover of delightful visual appeal. Cert. Holcombe. Scott 93.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-jalapa-in-very-fine-stri-16386.htm" title="12383-111.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-111.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-green-jalapa-in-very-fine-stri-16386.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 597]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-pin-perf-mexico-tied-16388.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, 50 c. orange, pin-perf. (Mexico, 1-72), tied by Mexico City cds on December 1872 cover to Paris, endorsed ''Royal Mail'' and carried by the ''Eider'' from Veracruz to St. Thomas where transferred to the ''Moselle'' for completion the journey to Plymouth, showing on front Anglo French accountancy marking for the single rate and ''12'' decimes due marking on arrival. Backstamped on receipt. Very attractive and scarce. Scott 102a.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-pin-perf-mexico-tied-16388.htm" title="12383-113.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-113.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-orange-pin-perf-mexico-tied-16388.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 598]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-veracruz-and-c-blue-16394.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1877, 10 c. black (Veracruz, 50-77) and 25 c. blue (Oaxaca, 30-77), both covered the 1 oz rate, tied by October 20 cds of Veracruz on envelope (slightly reduced at right) to Genoa, delivered to the French Consular Agency at Veracruz exhibiting ''Vera-Cruz/Paq Fr B N&deg; 1'' octagonal datestamp (Salles 1437) and carried by the ''Ville de St. Nazaire'', with French ''T'' tax marking and ''0'' handstamp indicating the Mexican franking was not recognised, charged on arrival by postage dues 40 c. pair and 2 l. A scarce double weight rate cover bearing a rare combination franking including two stamps originating from different Districts. Scott 106, 109.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-veracruz-and-c-blue-16394.htm" title="12383-119.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-119.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-black-veracruz-and-c-blue-16394.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 599]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-envelope-from-veracruz-to-port-16403.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1874, June 17. Envelope from Veracruz to Portol&iacute;n (Spain), bearing Mexico 10 c. black (Veracruz, 50-74), tied by Veracruz cds, in combination with France 10 c. bistre on rose and strip of three of 30 c., all cancelled by anchor lozenge matching Consular ''Mexique/1-1'' datestamp alongside with ''Ligne-B/Paq Fr/N&deg; 2'' cds on back, being carried by the ''Ville de St. Nazaire'' to St. Nazaire and then conveyed to Santander (Spain). Backstamped on receipt. Some soiling and other minor imperfections, barely detracting from this rare combination cover which includes a most unusual French franking makeup to cover the single rate, which corresponds to a prepaid letter of 10 grams. Cert. Mepsi. Scott 107; Maury 54, 56. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-envelope-from-veracruz-to-port-16403.htm" title="12383-128.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-128.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/june-envelope-from-veracruz-to-port-16403.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 600]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-mexico-tied-by-indistinc-16391.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1875, 25 c. blue (Mexico, 1-75), tied by indistinct cds on 3 c. rose United States postal stationery envelope from Mexico City to Paris, endorsed ''Por el Paquete Americano'', in this case being the ''City of M&eacute;rida'' to New York where the 3 c. denomination was tied in transit and ''50'' c. debited to United States, thence carried by Cunard steamer ''Cuba'', showing French entry and ''24'' decimes on front. The addressee was untraceable and the cover refused with red ''Rebuts de Paris'' cds on back and returned to United States with ''328'' marking on front of the Dead Letter P.O. A very scarce combination franking including an interesting and infrequent usage. Scott 109.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-mexico-tied-by-indistinc-16391.htm" title="12383-116.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-116.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-mexico-tied-by-indistinc-16391.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 601]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-jalapa-on-cover-to-sestr-16395.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1878, 25 c. blue (Jalapa, 3378), on cover to Sestri Levante (Italy), tied by ''Admon. de Correos/de Papantla'' oval handstamp paying the internal rate to Veracruz where transferred to French ''Washington'' steamer, showing ''Vera-Cruz/20 Nov. 78/Paq Fr B N&deg; 4'' octagonal datestamp (Salles 1437) on front, together with Italian postage dues 40 c. (small portion of paper loss at bottom right) and 1 l. (creased). Very attractive. Scott 109.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-jalapa-on-cover-to-sestr-16395.htm" title="12383-120.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-120.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/c-blue-jalapa-on-cover-to-sestr-16395.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 602]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-rose-large-balanced-marg-16530.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, 2 r. black on rose, large balanced margins, on reverse of cover tied by italic ''Tuxtla'' handstamp, repeated on front with ''Franco'' postmark alongside. Portion of cover front lacking, edge imperfections and age stained to cover, nevertheless a very scarce and desirable piece bearing an undamaged example. Signed Bash and Aguirre. Scott 3. <em>Ex ''Emperor'' collection and Bash</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-rose-large-balanced-marg-16530.htm" title="12383-246.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-246.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/r-black-on-rose-large-balanced-marg-16530.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 603]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-tampico-carried-by-s-16383.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, May 27. Cover from Tampico carried by SS ''Eider'' to Veracruz franked by 12 c. blue (Tampico, 40-72) paying the inland fee and tied by ''Franco En/Campico'' oval. Carried through the British Postal Agency of Tampico with the application of 4 d. vermilion, pl. 12, in an exceptional vivid shade, tied by ''C63'' barred oval matching very fine Tampico double arc at base. A delightful example of this rare mixed franking. Cert. Robineau. Scott 94; SG Z3. <em>Ex Backal and Rosenthal</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-tampico-carried-by-s-16383.htm" title="12383-108.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-108.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/may-cover-from-tampico-carried-by-s-16383.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 604]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-bottom-flap-missing-from--16384.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1872, Oct. 28. Cover (bottom flap missing) from Tampico to Mexico City, paying the double internal rate for a distance above 16 Leagues with 25 c. red (Tampico, 40-72) tied by double oval handstamp on departure, in combination with 4 d. vermilion, pl. 12, applied at the British P.O. of Tampico from where it was carried by British steamship to Veracruz, with stamp tied by ''C63'' barred oval and corresponding double arc datestamp alongside. Slight filing folds to cover. <strong>A very rare combination franking with only two recorded bearing this 25 c. value</strong>. Scott 95; SG Z3. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-bottom-flap-missing-from--16384.htm" title="12383-109.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-109.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-cover-bottom-flap-missing-from--16384.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 605]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-entire-letter-from-tampico-to-m-16385.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1874, Dec. 26. Entire letter from Tampico to Mexico City, bearing 12 c. blue (Tampico, 40-74) covering the journey from Veracruz to final destination, tied by light strike of blue handstamp, in mixed franking with 4 d. vermilion, pl. 13, which paid the British maritime rate from Tampico to Veracruz, with both stamps tied by ''C63'' barred oval matching double arc of Tampico alongside, carried by British steamer ''Ebro''. <strong>A remarkable mixed franking of which only two are recorded with this Mexican value</strong>. Scott 109; SG Z3. <em>Ex Rosenthal</em>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-entire-letter-from-tampico-to-m-16385.htm" title="12383-110.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-110.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-entire-letter-from-tampico-to-m-16385.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 606]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-from-tampico-to-bordeau-16398.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1866, March 7. Cover from Tampico to Bordeaux bearing 80 c. rose (trimmed by scissors), tied by anchor lozenge with light strike of French octagonal of Tampico (Salles1.362) alongside, carried by 'Ligne F' steamer ''Sonora'' to Veracruz and then transferred to 'Ligne B' steamer ''Panama'' for onwards transit to Bordeaux, showing superb ''Cor. D. Arm&eacute;es/Lig.-B Paq. N&deg; 3'' cds (Salles 1449/3) on reverse. <strong>A very scarce French Intervention cover demonstrating a scarce usage of two different French maritime lines</strong>. Maury 24.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-from-tampico-to-bordeau-16398.htm" title="12383-123.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-123.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/march-cover-from-tampico-to-bordeau-16398.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 607]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-glasgow-to--16702.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1860, Sept. 14. Entire letter from Glasgow to Mexico City bearing 1 d. red (3), 2 d. blue and 1 s. green, all covering the single rate per half ounce via the United States, with stamps tied by Galsgow duplexes with London transit alongside, carried by Cunard ''Persia'' steamer to New York. Very fine. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-glasgow-to--16702.htm" title="12383-296.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-296.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-glasgow-to--16702.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 608]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-glasgow-via-16401.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, Sept. 14. Entire letter from Glasgow via Calais to Mexico City bearing 1 s. green pair, pl. 1, used to pay the double rate per 1 oz, tied by ''159'' duplexes and French entry cds in transit, carried by French ''Louisiane'' steamer with very fine cds (Salles 1.311) at base dated 16.9 showing the year inverted with number ''6'' missing, rated ''6'' Reales on arrival covering the domestic fee from Veracruz to destination. <strong>Covers originating from European countries, and therefore bearing frankings other than French, are rarely encountered in combination with a French maritime marking; this cover, including the ''Floride'' marking, is the only recorded example</strong>. An impressive rarity for both collectors of British postal history and French Maritime Mail. SG 90.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-glasgow-via-16401.htm" title="12383-126.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-126.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/sept-entire-letter-from-glasgow-via-16401.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 609]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-glasgow-via--16402.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1863, Oct. 14. Entire letter from Glasgow via Calais to Mexico City carried at double weight letter rate with 1 s. green, pl. 1, two copies with slight imperfections, tied by ''159'' duplexes, with red French entry and ''6'' Reales due marking to be paid by the addressee. Reverse showing London transit and ''Mexique/16 Oct. 63'' octagonal datestamp (Salles1.315). <strong>Covers originating from European countries, and therefore bearing frankings other than French, are rarely encountered in combination with a French maritime marking; this cover, including this French marking type, is the only recorded example</strong>. SG 90.<br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-glasgow-via--16402.htm" title="12383-127-fr.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-127-fr.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/oct-entire-letter-from-glasgow-via--16402.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 610]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-from-havana-to-mexico-cit-16380.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1867, Aug. 6. Cover from Havana to Mexico City carried by French steamer ''Panama'', bearing France 1862 10 c. strip of four and 80 c., both tied by anchor lozenge with ''Ligne B'' cds on back, showing ''4'' reales due marking on front. An unusual cover from Cuba to Mexico via French maritime mail. Maury 21, 24.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-from-havana-to-mexico-cit-16380.htm" title="12383-105.jpg"><img src="http://www.investphila.com/immagini/icone/12383-105.jpg"></a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.investphila.com/ap34/aug-cover-from-havana-to-mexico-cit-16380.htm</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lot: 611]]></title><link>http://www.investphila.com/ap34/dec-cover-to-veracruz-mexico-with-d-16519.htm</link><description><![CDATA[1873, Dec. 10. Cover to Veracruz (Mexico) with dated sender's cachet in blue, with added France 1872 30 c. light-brown pair, tied by anchor lozenges, showing ''La Havane'' octagonal datestamp and framed ''P.P.'' alon