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1912 (19 Jan) 3k Russian Empire, Russia, Postal Stationery Closed Letter from Saint Petersburg to Simferopol, Additionally Franked with 4x 1k, with red crayon numeral postal marking

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Catalog: Russika 9 Type C
Catalog value: $30
Condition: Small hole and small tears.
Postcard 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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