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1870 (15 Oct) International letter sheet from Odessa (Russian Empire) to Loano (Italy), franked with 3к and two 10k (Russian Empire), canceled by black circular Odessa postmark, blue oval forwarding agent cachet 'ANDREA SMAICH / ODESSA', red oval 'ФРАНКИРОВАНО" - "PAID' cachet, black "P.D." (Paid to Destination) cachet. Via 'UDINE - VERONA' R.P.O November 3, 1870. Via Genova November 4, 1870. Arrive in Loano November 5, 1870

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Catalog: Russika 18Er, 20(2)
Catalog value: $700
Condition: Used.
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Rare Stamps and Postal History of The World
Auction 58
October 12 - 26, 2026
United States United States , Black Mountain , NC

A major auction showcasing exceptional rarities and distinguished collections. 9,570 lots of valuable stamps and postal history from around the world — a record-breaking auction and the largest sale in our history.

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