
Lot 228 German Empire #13, 21a
1873 (August 22), folded money letter from Berlin to Pest, Hungary, with contents, franked with 30Gr blue Numeral and 2½Gr orange brown Eagle & Large Shield issues, cancelled by black boxed “POST-EXP. 1” handstamp, additional manuscript cancellation on 30Gr value, with red “aus Berlin Post-Umt 12” registration label on front, no markings on reverse, small pieces missing from side folds, not affecting overall appearance, a scarce franking; internally signed “HENNIES BPP”. (Sc. #13, $1,350 with pen cancellation and postmark; 19; Mi. #13, €1,800 with pen cancellation and postmark; 21a). Sold for C$850.00 plus 17% buyer’s premium.