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lot # 192 - brit. colonies Mauritius
"Split Rates" 1863/72: 2 d. pale blue and 3 d. dull red (3) used on 1868 entire letter to Aden endorsed "p. French Packet", tied by "B53" obliterators in black with Accountancy marking "10d." in red alongside paying the ½ ounce rate. Carried by French steamer "Mozambique" via Réunion and Mahe. Reverse with Mauritius despatch (Oct 18) and "Aden / Steamer Point" arrival cds in red (Oct 29). Trivial imperfections but scarce.
Michel Catalogue 291: Europe & Overseas
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