Lot 245 1872 (March 1), cover from Calcutta to Weybridge, Surrey via Brindisi, franked with 8a Queen Victoria, cancelled by manuscript strike dated 1 March alongside rare Cooper 28c handstamp (Renouf Type 18a), this temporary emergency obliterator used only briefly in 1872–73 following withdrawal of regular cancels, reverse showing red double-circle Calcutta India Paid (1 Mar) datestamp and clear Weybridge Station (2 Mar) receiver, light creasing, else a fine and attractive cover showing the short-lived Calcutta emergency cancellation. Sold for C$450.00 plus 18% buyer’s premium.
A Traditional Philatelic Auction House — Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
