9 April 1839 Bellary Cover

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12 other pre-1854 postal markings of Bellary are recorded in the census. Compare their figure numbers, dates and colours to identify the mark on your cover.

• Bellary HG 1handstampBlack1806–1821
• Bellary HG 2handstampBlack1813
• Bellary HG 3handstampBlack1826–1832
• Bellary HG 4handstampRed1828–1837
• Bellary HG 5handstampBlack1836
• Bellary HG 7handstampBlack1840–1856

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Questions about COV-5247

What is COV-5247?

COV-5247 is a recorded pre stamp cover of Bellary, Madras Presidency of 9 April 1839, bearing the Bellary HG 6 handstamp in red. India, Bellary, 1839, "BELLARY/Paid" Framed Handstamp (Giles 6). Superb and clear strike with manuscript "9 April 1839" date and "9 Annas to Bombay" rate added on back of folded outer lettersheet (missing side flaps) to Plymouth, England, sender's directive "Per Steamer via Bombay" , red "INDIA" oval handstamp, manuscript "2/6" rate marking, cover with light overall toning and light horizontal file fold thru handstamp, Extremely Fine strike

How scarce is the Bellary HG 6 mark on this cover?

The census grades Bellary HG 6 as common, counted from surviving recorded covers rather than estimated. The mark is recorded in use 1837–1839.

What is the provenance of COV-5247?

Its recorded auction history runs through Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries The Magnolia Collection: India Postal History, Part 8 (Sale 9061, 21 October 2026) lot 10022 (2026).

When was COV-5247 posted?

COV-5247 is dated 9 April 1839, within the recorded period of use of Bellary HG 6 (1837–1839).