Lot no. 2983

1882, Arabi Rebellion: Cover to Lady Parker in Long Melford, Suffolk franked by Great Britain 2 1/2 d. blue pl. 22 tied by "British Army Post Office / Egypt" code A datestamp (Oct 4). Cover with some toning but scarce: this is believed to be the latest known usage of the code A datestamp. Reverse with Long Melford arrival cds (Oct 16). Also a further cover mailed by Lieutenant Parker on his way home with the same adhesive used from Malta. Scarce pair.