Lot 20940 – 1878 17c on 4d on cover sent by General Gordon from Seychelles

1881 (Sep 26) Envelope from the famous General Gordon Seychelles to the UK with Mauritius 1878 17c on 4c rose tied by B64 numeral, despatch cds adjacent, addressed in his distinctive handwriting and docketed « Col. C. G. Gordon » by the recipient at left, Thrapston arrival bs, a lovely cover with historical interest, cert. BPA (2004)

Note: Gordon volunteered to go as commanding royal engineer to Mauritius in order to prevent the retirement of Colonel Sir Howard Elphinstone. He reached Mauritius in July 1881, and paid a short visit to the Seychelles to report on their defence in connection with that of Mauritius and the general scheme for the coaling stations