Lot No. 436
| Auction No. | 35 |
| Category |
World Collections, Accumulations and Selections |
| Est. | $80 |
| Status | Archived |
Great Britain Southampton display on pages with illustrations relating to its role in conveying mail comprising 1900 Orange Free State - Southampton cover with Packet Letter cds, 1901 similar cds but incorporating the time & tying 1881 1d lilac on cover Southampton-Southsea before 3 pages with history of Packet Boats & card on each showing ships at sea & in harbour finishing with a page showing 2 covers celebrating the centenary of the contract ensuring weekly service between Southampton & Cape Town. Vendor purchased through Cavendish Auctions in 2011 for £130
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