Lot 8120
1867: Cover from Lyon to Randon & Co., Yokohama, Japan endorsed 'via Marseille' franked by 1862 80 c. carmine, three examples, all tied by 2145 gros chiffres, with Lyon cds of despatch (April 28) and framed 'PD' in red at left. Partial backstamp but with internal docketing of receipt (June 15). An attractive triple rate usage.
Randon & Co. was a short living merchant in Yokohama from 1864-1868, founded by Maurice Randon and Joseph Raud.
