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1862 (Nov.) Far East to Boston, Mass. via London, blue cover front with left flap only, bearing sharp strike of "Saved from the wreck of the Colombo." framed handstamp, red London Paid (1.1.63) transit cds and red "16 / Cents" credit rating, manuscript "8" rating, bold "Boston Am. Pkt. '5' Jun 14" exchange due cds; edge wear, Fine and scarce use. Estimate $500 - 750.
The P&O Colombo struck on Minicoy Island Nov. 19th 1862 in a heavy fog. All of the passengers and crew were safely put into boats and were taken care of on Minicoy Island until they were rescued by the Ottawa on 30 November. The mail was recovered by divers about three weeks later.
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