1917, Russian Empire, Letter sent from Moscow to Zurich (addressed to Crédit Suisse)
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85.00 EUR
Place of Production: Russia (Russian Empire)
Date of Production: 1910s
Width: 14.4 cm.
Height: 11.7 cm.
Condition:
Condition notes: Wear consistent with age and use
Description
This cover illustrates an error in calculating the international mail rate. Route: Sent from Moscow to Zurich (addressed to Crédit Suisse). Date: 16.08.17 (based on the postmarks). The Error: The sender franked the letter with 15 kopeks (the domestic rate), whereas the international rate was 20 kopeks. The error was caught, and a "T" (Taxe) stamp was applied, indicating a deficiency of 5 kopeks. Context: This occurred immediately after the introduction of new tariffs on August 15. Censorship: A round purple stamp from Moscow Military Censorship No. 111 is visible.
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