
Lot
989
Switzerland, Geneva, 1847, Large Eagle, 5c black on yellow green, ample to large margins and bright color, tied by red rosette cancel with matching "Geneve 25 Aout 47" cds on locally addressed folded letter sheet, Very Fine and choice, a lovely and exceptional cover bearing this rare Geneva Cantonal issue; with 2009 von der Weid certificate. Zumstein No. 6. Scott No. 2L3 $3,500.
Realized: $1,500