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1897-1898 RUSSIAN OCCUPATION OF CRETE Cover of ordinary letter sent locally from Rethimnon (occupied by Russian Expedition corps in 1898-1899). Franked 2x2m. black and 2m. rose

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Auction 46
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46th Philatelic Auction from Oldlouis Auctions.

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1897-1898 RUSSIAN OCCUPATION OF CRETE Cover of ordinary letter sent locally from Rethimnon (occupied by Russian Expedition corps in 1898-1899). Franked 2m rose
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