Lot 167
167
cover 1855 envelope to the Crimea, bearing LC 16 1d. strip of three and three singles, tied by fair to fine strike of the blue "MULLINGAR" (English-type) 'Spoon' cancellation for 1 September (first day of use); some strengthened perimeter faults, parts of address faded and re-inscribed, nevertheless a visually striking and rare combination. Photo
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cover 1855 envelope to the Crimea, bearing LC 16 1d. strip of three and three singles, tied by fair to fine strike of the blue "MULLINGAR" (English-type) 'Spoon' cancellation for 1 September (first day of use); some strengthened perimeter faults, parts of address faded and re-inscribed, nevertheless a visually striking and rare combination. Photo

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cover 1855 envelope to the Crimea, bearing LC 16 1d. strip of three and three singles, tied by fair to fine strike of the blue "MULLINGAR" (English-type) 'Spoon' cancellation for 1 September (first day of use); some strengthened perimeter faults, parts of address faded and re-inscribed, nevertheless a visually striking and rare combination. Photo
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.