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1871 (3 May) International letter sheet from Odessa (Russian Empire) to Loano (Italy), franked with 3к and 20k (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, manuscript red transit credit payment notation '23'. Via Wien May 11, 1871, via R.P.O. 'UDINE - VERONA' May 21, 1871, via 'MILANO STAZ' May 21, 1871. Arrive in Loano May 22, 1871

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Catalog: Russika 18, 21
Catalog value: $315
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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