France, 1870, Bordeaux, 80c Rose on Pinkish, full o.g., large well balanced margins all around, rich vibrant color, an Extremely Fine gem. Scott No. 48. Maury No. 49  €720 ($990). $0 (Image)

France, 1870, Bordeaux, 80c Rose on Pinkish, margins large in just in at lower left, tied by dotted Anchor lozenge handstamp on cover to Malaga, Spain, matching "Montevideo, 31 Aout, 71" octagon date stamp and "1 Pesetas." straight line handstamp; file fold affecting stamp, F.-V.F. Scott No. 48. Maury No. 49  Estimate $400 - 600. $0 (Image)