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1908 (22 Oct) Russian Empire, Russia, Registered Postcard from Rypin to Saint Petersburg, with Red Registration Label, franked with 3k and 7k (1902 issue), with Violet cds of the Saint Petersburg Сity Post Office on front and picture 'Paris – Jardin du Luxembourg, Fontaine de Carpeaux' on reverse

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Catalog: Russika 72, 74
Catalog value: $30
Postcard 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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