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Public Auction #433

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COVER ACCUMULATIONS — France
LotConditionDescriptionValue/Bidding
597CVFrance accumulation/collection of 17 "Ballon Monte" Siege of Paris 1871 covers in a small pizza size box. All are folded letters, many accompanied with full English translations. Includes:BM3, BM17, BM22, BM38, BM42 X3, BM50 X3, BM55, and BM57. In "as is " "as found" condition. Many faults, some of which have been crudely repaired. Also includes Thompson's "The Siege of Paris 1870-1871 Par Ballon Monte" first edition 1975, 322 pages.Cat. Value: S.B. 2000.00
Price Realized: $1,100.00
598CVFrance outstanding cover cancellation selection from 1780 to 1871. Around 60 covers already mounted and identified by the owner in English on pages in a binder. Appears to have been part of an exhibit at one time. Starts with the French Revolution and ends with the Paris Commune. All the work has been done for you. Enjoy viewing this out of sight holding.Cat. Value: S.B. 1200.00
Price Realized: $850.00