Lot 20018 - 1842 (19 Sep) Disinfected Entire – Cyprus via Smyrna to Syra Scarce disinfected entire written in Greek from Cyprus and carried via Smyrna to Syra. Dated 19 September 1842, the cover bears the SMYRNE / 19.SEPT.1842 circ

1842 (19 Sep) Disinfected Entire – Cyprus via Smyrna to Syra

Scarce disinfected entire written in Greek from Cyprus and carried via Smyrna to Syra. Dated 19 September 1842, the cover bears the SMYRNE / 19.SEPT.1842 circular datestamp of the French Post Office, together with the characteristic disinfection slits applied during quarantine. The letter contains interesting commercial content, including reports on agricultural products, commodities, and prevailing prices in Cyprus, providing a valuable insight into the island's economy during the mid-19th century.