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1871 (ca.) International cover from Kabul (Afghanistan) to Umritsur (British India), franked with 1sh (Afghanistan) canceled by tearing and 1/2a (British India) on reverse canceled by Peshawur postmark. Afghan stamps were considered "locals" by the British, so Indian postage was added on the reverse at Peshawar (British India) to cover the journey within India. Via Peshawur April 22, 1867 (year - error?). Arrive in Umritsur April 24

Asia / Afghanistan
Catalog: Scott 5, 20
Catalog value: $500
Current Bid:
$700
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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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