Auction 333-341 Europe & Overseas - Day 5

Regno, combination usage of Sardinian and Italian adhesives 1863 (Jan. 25): Sardinia IV. emission 5 c. 'verde' and 40 c. 'rosso carmino' in mixed franking with Italy Regno 1863 (Jan) 15 c. blue, three fine and fresh adhesives with vivid colours, tied by ANCONA cds in black to piece. An appealing and rare 'patriotic' usage to pay the 60 centesimi rate. Signed A. Diena; cert. E. Diena (1987) Zanaria & Serra 0,60 G = € 8'500 on cover.