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1873 (15 Mar) International letter sheet from Odessa (Russian Empire) to Loano (Italy), franked with 20k (Russian Empire), canceled by black circular Odessa postmark, blue oval forwarding agent cachet 'ANDREA SMAICH / ODESSA', manuscript 'Franco' notation, violet oval 'ОПЛАЧЕНО' - 'PAID' cachet

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)

black 'P.D.' (Paid to Destination) cachet, manuscript red transit credit payment notation '18'. Via Wien March 29, 1873. Arrive in Loano April 1, 1873

Catalog: Russika 21
Catalog value: $250
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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