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1868 (25 Feb) Letter sheet from Arzamas (Russian Empire) to Samara (Russian Empire), franked with 10k (Russian Empire), canceled by black circular Arzamas postmark. Arrive in Samara March 1, 1868

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Catalog: Russika 20
Condition: Used.
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Rare Stamps and Postal History of The World
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