Lot 61169 – 1891 1d to 1s set of six on 1894 (Jan 3) envelope sent registered to Benin

Brass River: 1894 (Jan 3) envelope with 1892-94 1/2d to 1s set of six sent registered to Benin, tied by Brass River code C cds, endorsed “per S.S. Bonny” with African Direct Telegraph Co. printed backflap, Lagos transit and “CORRESPDE MILITAIRE / KOTONOU-BENIN” arrival, cover folds clear of stamps, minor soiling, an attractive philatelic franking to an unusual destination.