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Subject: Rare 1891 international philatelic exchange postal stationery card sent from St. Petersburg, Russia to A. José Robleto fils in León, Nicaragua—a member of the prominent and historically affluent Robleto family lineage.
Historical Content: Written in French by Russian collector V. Schultz (Sabalkansky N 11, St. Petersburg), asking to establish a international stamp exchange with Mr. Robleto after finding his name in the prestigious international stamp directory ("l'annuaire de la timbrologie").
Postal History & Markings: Russian Empire UPU postal stationery card cancelled with double-circle St. Petersburg postmarks, featuring a crisp purple transit/receiving handstamp from Corinto, Nicaragua dated April 5, 1891.
Message Translation (French to English)
Date: St. Petersburg, March 18/2, 1891 To: Monsieur A. José Robleto fils, León (Nicaragua)
"Sir, I saw your address in the 'annuaire de la timbrologie' (stamp collectors directory) and take the liberty of asking if you would wish to enter into an exchange relationship with me. I could offer you stamps of Russia from all issues, as well as the Levant, Bulgaria, Finland, and many other countries. Awaiting a favorable reply, I beg you, Sir, to accept my distinguished greetings." — V. Schultz
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