1946 (Dec) Turkey: Double-Weight Registered-Airmail commercial cover to Switzerland franked with 2k Green Oranges, 100k Nönü, and 4k Soldier Postal Tax tied by 'Istanbul' postmarks with Registration label alongside. Swiss 'Basel' and 'Pratelln' backstamps (both Dec. 16)

Europe / Turkey

Founded in 1896, the Hartmann Company, a perfume manufacturer, is still in business today.

Estimate $60

Catalog: Scott 893, 900, RA51A

Condition: Used.

Cover Postal History

Lot sold:

$6

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Worldwide Proofs, Varieties, Rare Stamps & Postal History

Auction 49

February 17 - 20, 2026

United States , Black Mountain , NC

An extraordinary auction of worldwide proofs — die proofs, master die proofs, deluxe die proofs, trial color proofs, plate proofs. Also rare specimens, varieties, scarce stamps, and unique postal history treasures from across the globe.

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