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1916 (19 Jul) WWI Postcard illustrated field post from Valk (Russian Empire) to the active army (Russian Empire), military free frank, canceled by black circular Valk July 19, 1916 postmark. Arrival postmark 'ПОЛЕВ. ГЛАВ. ПОЧТ. КОНТ. ВЪ ВЕЛИКИХЪ ЛУКАХЪ' - 'FIELD MAIN POST OFFICE IN VELIKIYE LUKI' July 21, 1916

Russia & Soviet Union / Russian Empire (1857-1917)
Condition: Used.
Military Post Postal History Picture Postcard (PPC)
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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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