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From Welkenraedt to Zug (Switzerland) in 1919

This registered cover was sent from Welkenraedt to Zug in Switzerland on 4 December 1919, where it arrived two days later.

Characteristics:

Featuring the 5c+5c, 20c+20c and 50c+50c stamps
20c+20c has "Bordeaux" surcharge (dark purple instead of red), which is rare
Registered cover
Total franking of 75c (presumably exact franking)
Cancel of arrival on back
Nice calligraphy and neat appearance, with trace of wax seal on back
Certificate of authenticity (see bottom of page)

Estimated value: $310
[Auction by Rinen Philatelie in June 2004]

Characteristics: Featuring the 5c+5c, 20c+20c and 50c+50c stamps 20c+20c has "Bordeaux" surcharge (dark purple instead of red), which is rare Registered cover Total franking of 75c (presumably exact franking) Cancel of arrival on back Nice calligraphy and neat appearance, with trace of wax seal on back Certificate of authenticity (see bottom of page)
Estimated value: $310 [Auction by Rinen Philatelie in June 2004]