David Feldman's 21st Rarities of the World Auction - June 13, 2018

Rarities of the World – 18 – THE LARGEST FRANKING OF BRAZIL CLASSICS 40002 DFE 28 1870 Large front with 1861 430r yellow imperf. multiple franking of 16 examples (strip of 9 + block of 7), registered (red oval cancel) packet from Rio de Janeiro (24.08 cds) to Bahia, red manuscript 7300 (reis) being the rate for 2kg190g (a 60r and two 430r detached). By far the largest postal franking in Brazil classic philately and undoubtedly an unmatchable exhibition item. Provenance: Pracchia, Lima Grand Prix collections. Estimate: €15’000 - €20’000 Brazil