Los-Nr. 8053

1873: Cover from Goettingen to Hong Kong endorsed 'via Brindisi', franked by 1872 Large Shield 1/4 gr. violet, 1 gr. rose (2) and vertical pair of 2 1/2 gr. orange-brown all tied by GOETTINGEN datestamps (Oct 14) in black. Framed 'P.D.' in black at left and manuscript '70' centesemi credit in red. Reverse with 'Ala-Verona' cds, Brindisi cds (Oct 18) and fine HONG KONG / MARINE SORTER / SINGAPORE TO HONG datestamp (Nov 18) in black. Manuscript docketing of receipt on front (Nov 27). Cover cleaned and stamps partly with repairs but a very scarce three colour franking to an unusual destination. Cert. Krug (2016).