Italian Ancient States - Sardinia 1860 - Letter from Genoa to Nimes dated January 10, 1961, with a 40-cent carmine stamp of a defined ink - Sassone n.16Ca

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Sardinia, Antichi Stati italiani — Letter from Genoa to Nimes dated 10 January 1861 with a 40 centesimi carmine, defined ‘vellutato’ ink variety, in used-for-post condition, certified by Avanzo, Sassone n.16Ca, dating from 1860.

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REF 199
Sardinia. A complete letter with text sent from Genoa to Nimes on January 10, 1861, franked at the first postage rate for letters to France with a 40-centime carmine ink variety described as "velvet." In excellent condition and decidedly uncommon. Certificate of Surplus. Sassone Catalog €2250
To avoid unpleasant inconveniences due to Christmas period deliveries, shipments will only be guaranteed for payments received by December 18. For payments received after this date, shipments will resume on January 7, 2026.

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REF 199
Sardinia. A complete letter with text sent from Genoa to Nimes on January 10, 1861, franked at the first postage rate for letters to France with a 40-centime carmine ink variety described as "velvet." In excellent condition and decidedly uncommon. Certificate of Surplus. Sassone Catalog €2250
To avoid unpleasant inconveniences due to Christmas period deliveries, shipments will only be guaranteed for payments received by December 18. For payments received after this date, shipments will resume on January 7, 2026.

The photographs are an integral part of the lot's description and clearly indicate the condition of what is being offered, highlighting any strengths and/or defects. Please carefully review all photos to form your own opinion about the lot.

The lot will be shipped using predefined methods via Italian mail with insured traceable service within Italy and traceable registered mail for the rest of the world.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Geographic Origin
Italian Ancient States - Sardinia
From (Year of oldest stamps)
1860
Condition
Postal used
Catalogue name + catalogue number(s) of the stamp(s)
Sassone n.16Ca
Title
Letter from Genoa to Nimes dated January 10, 1961, with a 40-cent carmine stamp of a defined ink
Has certificate or expert signature
Yes
ItalyVerified
2042
Objects sold
100%
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