Lot 626 Tasmania, 1867, 1d Soldier’s Rate cover to Ireland, franked with 1p brown red, struck with red GENERAL POST OFFICE / HOBART / 25 NO 25 / 1867″ c.d.s. at right, signature and endorsement at left from a Major commanding the 2/14 Regiment, endorsed along top by sender, a Private in the Regiment, reverse with Mountrath JA.20.1868 receiver, back shows typical signs of rough opening, likely by the addressee anxious to hear from their relative, a few stains, adhesive oxidized, else fine and scarce. (Scott 11b). Estimate C$350, sold for C$800.00 plus 17% buyer’s premium.
A Traditional Philatelic Auction House — Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
