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1898 (16 Jan) International cover, Postal stationery from Helsingfors (Grand Duchy of Finland, Russian Empire) to Lubeck (Germany), imprinted stamp 25p (Grand Duchy of Finland, Russian Empire), tied by black circular 'H.FORS – ST. P.BURG. / П. ВАГОНЪ'- 'Helsingfors – St. Petersburg Railway Carriage No. 1' postmark. Arrive in Lubeck January 18, 1898

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Catalog: Russika 24
Condition: Used.
Cover Postal Stationery Postal History
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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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